People
Who they are
The Kayapo are an Indigenous people living in the forests and savannas of southern Pará and northern Mato Grosso in the Brazilian Amazon. Speakers of a language belonging to the Macro-Jê language family, they are known for their rich oral tradition, striking body painting, and strong community solidarity in defense of their culture and ancestral territory.
Where they live
1
Country
9K
Population
| Country | Share of the people | Population |
|---|---|---|
Brazil Significantly reached
|
100%
|
8.700 |
The Bible in this people's language
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Kayapo
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)70%
Evangelicals35%
What to pray for
Intercede for this people
Pelo fortalecimento espiritual dos cristãos kayapó e pelo discipulado bíblico nas aldeias.
Por pastores e líderes indígenas que conduzam suas comunidades com sabedoria e fidelidade.
Pela proteção física e integridade das famílias diante de invasões e pressões sobre suas terras.
Pelo bom uso e compreensão das Escrituras no idioma kayapó entre as novas gerações.
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