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license: apache-2.0
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# Cherokee-English Bible Dataset (8k)

## Overview

The Cherokee-English Bible Dataset is a specialized collection of 8,000 entries, each containing a verse from the Cherokee Bible along with its English translation. This dataset is a valuable resource for linguistic scholars, theologians, and developers working on language processing tools that require a deep understanding of both the Cherokee and English languages, particularly within the context of religious texts.

## Data Structure

Each entry in the dataset is structured as a JSON object with the following fields:

- **id**: A unique identifier for each entry, formatted as a six-digit number.
- **cherokee**: The Cherokee verse represented in the Cherokee syllabary.
- **cherokee_phonetic**: Phonetic transcription of the Cherokee verse, providing a guide to pronunciation.
- **english**: The English translation of the Cherokee verse.
- **category**: The category or domain of the text, in this case, "bible" to denote religious scripture.
- **source**: The source of the text, which is the Bible.
- **instruction**: A sample instruction or use case for the translation, indicating the intended use of the dataset.
- **input**: The Cherokee verse input for translation.
- **output**: A descriptive output that explains the translation in English.
- **rag**: A more formal representation of the translation relationship.

## Sample Entry

```json
{
    "id": "020301",
    "cherokee": "ᏔᎵᏁᏃ ᏭᏴᎴ ᏗᎦᎳᏫᎢᏍᏗᏱ; ᎾᎿᎭᏃ ᎡᏙᎮ ᎠᏍᎦᏯ ᎤᏬᏰᏂ ᎤᏩᎢᏎᎸᎯ.",
    "cherokee_phonetic": "Ta-li-ne-no wu-yv-le di-ga-la-wi-i-s-di-yi; na-hna-no e-do-he a-s-ga-ya u-wo-ye-ni u-wa-i-se-lv-hi.",
    "english": "And he entered again into the synagogue; and there was a man there which had a withered hand.",
    "category": "bible",
    "source": "bible",
    "instruction": "translate following Cherokee sentences into English.",
    "input": "ᏔᎵᏁᏃ ᏭᏴᎴ ᏗᎦᎳᏫᎢᏍᏗᏱ; ᎾᎿᎭᏃ ᎡᏙᎮ ᎠᏍᎦᏯ ᎤᏬᏰᏂ ᎤᏩᎢᏎᎸᎯ.",
    "output": "The sentence 'ᏔᎵᏁᏃ ᏭᏴᎴ ᏗᎦᎳᏫᎢᏍᏗᏱ; ᎾᎿᎭᏃ ᎡᏙᎮ ᎠᏍᎦᏯ ᎤᏬᏰᏂ ᎤᏩᎢᏎᎸᎯ.' in the Cherokee syllabary translates to 'And he entered again into the synagogue; and there was a man there which had a withered hand.' in English.",
    "rag": "The English translation for \"ᏔᎵᏁᏃ ᏭᏴᎴ ᏗᎦᎳᏫᎢᏍᏗᏱ; ᎾᎿᎭᏃ ᎡᏙᎮ ᎠᏍᎦᏯ ᎤᏬᏰᏂ ᎤᏩᎢᏎᎸᎯ.\" is \"And he entered again into the synagogue; and there was a man there which had a withered hand.\""
}
```

## Usage

This dataset can be utilized in various ways, including but not limited to:

- Training machine learning models for Cherokee-English translation within religious contexts.
- Supporting the development of language learning applications focused on biblical texts.
- Assisting in the creation of bilingual religious resources for educational and spiritual purposes.
- Facilitating research in comparative theology and the linguistic aspects of sacred texts.

## Source and Attribution

The translations in this dataset are sourced from the Cherokee Bible. Proper attribution should be given to this source when using the dataset for any purpose.

## Limitations

Please note that while the dataset includes phonetic transcriptions, the accuracy and completeness of these transcriptions should be verified for specific uses, especially in academic or religious contexts.
