Nyimbo Cia Kiroho is a printed hymnal of traditional Kikuyu-language Christian songs, designed for worship and devotion. Its vibrant cover features a cross and dove, reflecting the book’s faith-filled content. Compiled by the Nguthuru branch of the Pentecostal Evangelistic Fellowship of Africa (PEFA) church in Thika, Kenya. This collection brings together hundreds of beloved Kikuyu hymns. As one source notes, Nyimbo Cia Kiroho is “a Christian hymn book” intended to “spread Christianity” through its inspiring worship songs. It offers worshippers an authentic way to praise God in the Kikuyu language, strengthening community bonds through shared spiritual heritage.
Key Features
- Comprehensive Song Collection: Contains 464 Kikuyu hymns (with an English version for many songs) drawn from local church tradition. The songs encourage spiritual growth and personal reflection in daily devotion or worship.
- Church-Published Resource: Printed by the African Inland Church’s Kijabe Printing Press, Nyimbo Cia Kiroho was originally assembled by the Nguthuru PEFA Church. Its contents reflect decades of Kikuyu Christian worship, having grown from a 370‑page edition in 1973 to a 436-page hymnal by 199.
- Worship & Devotion: Ideal for Sunday services, prayer meetings, or personal Bible study, this hymnal bridges faith and culture. It allows Kikuyu-speaking congregations and individuals to connect deeply with their spiritual heritage.
- Cultural Heritage: By preserving hymns in the native language, Nyimbo Cia Kiroho celebrates Kikuyu identity within Christian worship. It serves as a meaningful resource for anyone interested in Kenyan Christian music and the role of language in faith.
Nyimbo Cia Kiroho is more than a songbook – it’s a link between faith and culture. Rooted in Kenya’s Kikuyu Christian tradition, this hymnal helps believers worship in their tongue and pass on a rich spiritual legacy to future generations.
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