# Gilberti project and the creation of a linguistic dataset: Conservation and linguistic study of the P'urhépecha language

## TL;DR

The Gilberti Project creates a linguistic dataset of P'urhépecha religious texts to preserve and study the language.

## Contribution

The project introduces digital tools and editable resources for P'urhépecha language preservation.

## Key findings

- Unpublished religious texts in P'urhépecha have been transcribed and translated.
- Digital tools enhance the study and conservation of the P'urhépecha language.
- The project supports language promotion in indigenous communities in Michoacán.

## Abstract

This document provides a dataset transcription and translation of unpublished texts in the P'urhépecha language. The preserved texts are of a religious nature, reflecting the evangelizing efforts of missionaries during the 17th to 19th centuries, with a specific emphasis on the initiatives undertaken by the Gilberti Project at the Center for the Study of Traditions of El Colegio de Michoacán. The investigation introduces innovative digital tools and editable resources, opening new avenues for the study and preservation of the P'urhépecha language, ensuring its relevance and accessibility for future generations.

The Gilberti Project has been active for over two decades, dedicating itself to the analysis of P'urhépecha texts. Beyond its academic role, the project significantly contributes to the conservation and promotion of the p'urhépecha language in several indigenous communities in the state of Michoacán, Mexico, where the language is still alive.