People
Who they are
The Chimila, known in their own language as Ette Ennaka, are an indigenous people inhabiting the plains of northern Colombia. Guardians of an ancestral Chibcha tradition, they struggle to preserve their identity, community customs, and native language amidst social changes and territorial pressures in the region.
Where they live
1
Country
2K
Population
| Country | Share of the people | Population |
|---|---|---|
Colombia Partially reached
|
100%
|
1.800 |
The Bible in this people's language
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Chimila
Portions translated
- Translation started Done
- Portions Current stage
- 3 New Testament Still ahead
- 4 Whole Bible Still ahead
Audio recordings Available
Jesus Film Not available
Translation data: Joshua Project.
Gospel progress among the unreached
Christians (all traditions)45%
Evangelicals4%
What to pray for
Intercede for this people
For the protection of the lands and the physical and cultural integrity of the Chimila people.
For biblical resources and clear discipleship in the Chimila mother tongue.
For the strengthening of Chimila believers so that they may witness about Jesus with grace and wisdom to their families.
Pray for Chimila
Intercede for this people alongside Christians around the world.
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