People
Who they are
The Atacameño are an Indigenous people native to the valleys and oases of the Atacama Desert and the Andean Puna region. Traditionally known as Likan Antai, they developed remarkable irrigation techniques and ways of living with the extreme aridity of the Andes. Although their ancestral language, Kunza, is no longer spoken in everyday life, they maintain a strong communal identity, expressed through their attachment to the land and their rich ceremonial life.
Where they live
2
Countries
43K
World population
| Country | Share of the people | Population |
|---|---|---|
Chile Partially reached
|
62.8%
|
27.000 |
Argentina Partially reached
|
37.2%
|
16.000 |
The Bible in this people's language
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Spanish
Complete Bible
- Translation started Done
- Portions Done
- New Testament Done
- Whole Bible Current stage
Audio recordings Available
Jesus Film Available
Translation data: Joshua Project.
Gospel progress among the unreached
Christians (all traditions)80.2%
Evangelicals7.5%
What to pray for
Intercede for this people
Pelo fortalecimento dos cristãos atacamenhos e pela maturidade espiritual de suas comunidades.
Por um testemunho relevante do evangelho que alcance as famílias nos povoados e oásis do deserto.
Pela renovação da esperança entre os jovens diante dos desafios econômicos e da perda cultural.
Por discipulado bíblico que conduza a uma caminhada profunda e sincera com Cristo.
Pray for Atacameño
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