People
Who they are
The Bolongan are an Indigenous people native to northern Borneo in Indonesia, with historical roots tied to the riverbanks and the region’s former sultanate. Traditionally engaged in fishing, farming, and river trade, they maintain strong community ties and a cultural identity shaped by life alongside tropical forests and waterways.
Where they live
1
Country
41K
Population
| Country | Share of the people | Population |
|---|---|---|
Indonesia Partially reached
|
100%
|
41.000 |
The Bible in this people's language
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Bulungan
Translation started
- Translation started Current stage
- 2 Portions Still ahead
- 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)75%
Evangelicals4%
What to pray for
Intercede for this people
Pelo aprofundamento da fé e pelo discipulado autêntico entre as famílias cristãs bolongan.
Pela formação bíblica de pastores e líderes locais para servirem com fidelidade.
Por ampla disponibilidade de recursos e porções bíblicas na língua que fala ao coração do povo.
Pelo desenvolvimento equilibrado e pelo cuidado com os recursos naturais das comunidades ribeirinhas.
Pray for Bolongan
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