People
Who they are
The Iraya are an indigenous people who live on the mountain slopes and in the valleys of northern Mindoro Island, in the Philippines. Part of the Mangyan cultural family, they preserve their own language and a simple way of life shaped by traditional farming and handicrafts. They maintain a strong connection to their ancestral lands and the native forest.
Where they live
1
Country
19K
Population
| Country | Share of the people | Population |
|---|---|---|
Philippines Partially reached
|
100%
|
19.000 |
The Bible in this people's language
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Iraya
New Testament complete
- Translation started Done
- Portions Done
- New Testament Current stage
- 4 Whole Bible Still ahead
Audio recordings Available
Jesus Film Available
Translation data: Joshua Project.
Gospel progress among the unreached
Christians (all traditions)10%
Evangelicals5%
What to pray for
Intercede for this people
Pelo sustento digno e pela preservação das terras ancestrais das comunidades irayas.
Pelo fortalecimento e maturidade espiritual dos crentes locais no discipulado diário.
Pelo acesso e boa recepção da mensagem do Evangelho na língua iraya.
Pelo surgimento de igrejas saudáveis e lideradas pelos próprios irayas em suas aldeias.
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