People
Who they are
The Gwak live in Bauchi State, Nigeria, in the Dass and Tafawa Balewa areas. The area where their language is spoken extends southward from the town of Dass to Tafawa Balewa, west of the Gongola River. The Gwak language is also known as Gingwak, Jaranci, Jarawan Bununu and Jaracin Kasa, and is part of the Jar language group. Gwak speakers are distinct from other communities also known by the broader name Jarawa, such as their northern neighbors, who speak Bankal.
Where they live
1
Country
103K
Population
| Country | Share of the people | Population |
|---|---|---|
Nigeria Partially reached
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100%
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101.000 |
How they live
The Gwak are farmers and traders, and their homeland lies in a plateau region of Bauchi State.
What they believe
Most Gwak are Muslims. Christians form a minority and have leaders from among their own people. These leaders have asked for more Scriptures in Gwak for teaching in Christian communities, and the church’s desire for more Scriptures grew after the film about Jesus became available in their language. Some also follow traditional beliefs, with fear of spirits and faith in a supreme being.
The Bible in this people's language
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Gwak
Portions translated
- Translation started Done
- Portions Current stage
- 3 New Testament Still ahead
- 4 Whole Bible Still ahead
Audio recordings Not available
Jesus Film Available
Translation data: Joshua Project.
Gospel progress among the unreached
Christians (all traditions)12%
Evangelicals3%
Needs
The Christian leaders’ request for more Scriptures in Gwak points to the value of teaching in their own language. Training local people to explain the Bible and care for believers is a prayer concern for the communities of Dass and Tafawa Balewa.
What to pray for
Intercede for this people
Pray for the Gwak Christian leaders who have asked for more Scriptures in their language.
Pray for people in the communities of Dass and Tafawa Balewa to understand biblical texts in Gwak.
Pray for people from the Gwak community to be trained to teach the Bible in Gwak churches.
Pray for Gwak Christians in their relationships with Muslim relatives and neighbors.
Pray for Gwak
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