People
Who they are
The Bonggi are an Indigenous people living on Banggi Island, located north of the state of Sabah, off the coast of Borneo. With a deep connection to the land and sea, they preserve a unique cultural identity and keep their ancestral language alive.
Daily life in their communities is shaped by fishing and traditional farming, while they preserve beliefs and customs passed down from generation to generation.
Where they live
1
Country
6K
Population
| Country | Share of the people | Population |
|---|---|---|
Malaysia Minimally reached
|
100%
|
5.800 |
The Bible in this people's language
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Bonggi
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)20%
Evangelicals1.5%
What to pray for
Intercede for this people
Pelo desenvolvimento e bem-estar das comunidades bonggi que vivem na ilha de Banggi.
Por acesso contínuo às Escrituras e materiais bíblicos na língua materna do povo.
Pelo crescimento espiritual e testemunho dos crentes bonggi diante de suas famílias.
Por corações abertos para acolher a mensagem do evangelho e a paz de Cristo.
Pray for Bonggi
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