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Glossary

Words are important, especially on the mission field. Use our glossary to gain a solid understanding of missions terminology.

Definition

Literacy

Literacy refers to basic competency in reading and writing a particular language. Literacy is necessary for basic communication and study, however missionaries should aspire to fluency (ease and precision in usage) in a language before going on mission or translating scripture. Literacy also takes different forms in different language groups as some languages do not have written alphabets.