People

Balau

Population13K
LanguageIban
ReligionChristianity
Significantly reached
15%
Evangelicals
Christianity Malay PeoplesBorneo-Kalimantan
Who they are

The Balau are a subgroup of the Iban peoples who inhabit the riverine regions of Sarawak on the island of Borneo. Traditionally connected to river life and farming, they preserve rich communal traditions and a strong cultural heritage in their historic villages.

Where they live
1
Country
13K
Population
CountryShare of the peoplePopulation
Malaysia Significantly reached
100%
12.000
The Bible in this people's language

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Iban Complete Bible
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Translation data: Joshua Project.

Gospel progress among the unreached
Christians (all traditions)90%
Evangelicals15%
What to pray for
Intercede for this people
Pelo crescimento espiritual e discipulado profundo nas igrejas entre os Balau.
Pela formação de líderes e pastores locais comprometidos com o ensino bíblico.
Por recursos e iniciativas missionárias que partam dos Balau para alcançar grupos vizinhos ainda não alcançados.

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