People
Who they are
The Adabe are an indigenous community on Atauro Island, north of East Timor’s capital. Known for their strong ties to the land and sea, they preserve their own language and a communal way of life based on fishing and subsistence farming, keeping their rich Timorese cultural heritage alive.
Where they live
1
Country
9K
Population
| Country | Share of the people | Population |
|---|---|---|
Timor-Leste Partially reached
|
100%
|
9.200 |
The Bible in this people's language
A people only truly understands the gospel when they hear it in the language of their heart. See how far the translation has come.
Atauran
Portions translated
- Translation started Done
- Portions Current stage
- 3 New Testament Still ahead
- 4 Whole Bible Still ahead
Audio recordings Not available
Jesus Film Not available
Translation data: Joshua Project.
Gospel progress among the unreached
Christians (all traditions)64%
Evangelicals2.5%
What to pray for
Intercede for this people
Pelo aprofundamento da fé e maturidade espiritual entre os que já professam a fé cristã.
Pelo acesso e compreensão da Palavra de Deus na língua do coração da comunidade.
Pelo desenvolvimento de líderes locais comprometidos com o discipulado bíblico na ilha.
Pela melhoria das condições de saúde e desenvolvimento sustentável para as famílias adabe.
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