People
Who they are
The Arapesh Abu’ live in the Torricelli Mountains in northern Papua New Guinea, in villages in East Sepik and Sandaun provinces. Most identify as Christians. The Abu’ language is endangered: younger people are increasingly using Tok Pisin. As far back as the late 20th century, a linguist from Papua New Guinea and his wife reported that their five Tok Pisin-speaking children did not take Abu’ lessons at home seriously.
Where they live
1
Country
5K
Population
| Country | Share of the people | Population |
|---|---|---|
Papua New Guinea Superficially reached
|
100%
|
5.100 |
The Bible in this people's language
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Abu’ Arapesh
Translation needed
- 1 Translation started Still ahead
- 2 Portions Still ahead
- 3 New Testament Still ahead
- 4 Whole Bible Still ahead
Translation has not started in this language yet.
Audio recordings Not available
Jesus Film Not available
Translation data: Joshua Project.
Gospel progress among the unreached
Christians (all traditions)75%
Evangelicals2%
What to pray for
Intercede for this people
Pray for provision and unity for Arapesh Abu' families in East Sepik and Sandaun.
Pray for the Scriptures to be taught in languages the Arapesh Abu' understand, including children who speak Tok Pisin.
Pray for Arapesh Abu' parents and children to share their faith and their family language.
Pray for churches among the Arapesh Abu' to help Christians understand and put Jesus' teachings into practice.
Pray for Arapesh Abu’
Intercede for this people alongside Christians around the world.
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