People
Who they are
The Komi-Permyaks are an indigenous people with Finno-Ugric roots who inhabit the forests and riverbanks near the Ural Mountains in Russia. Historically connected to farming, forestry, and rural life, they maintain their own language and a strong appreciation for community life.
Despite the region’s centuries-old traditional Christian heritage, many remain distant from a living faith, retaining ancestral forest beliefs and needing a personal encounter with the gospel.
Where they live
4
Countries
58K
World population
| Country | Share of the people | Population |
|---|---|---|
Russia Minimally reached
|
95.1%
|
56.000 |
Uzbekistan Minimally reached
|
2%
|
1.200 |
Ukraine Minimally reached
|
1.5%
|
900 |
Kazakhstan Minimally reached
|
1.4%
|
800 |
The Bible in this people's language
A people only truly understands the gospel when they hear it in the language of their heart. See how far the translation has come.
Komi-Permyak
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)43%
Evangelicals1.2%
What to pray for
Intercede for this people
Pelo fortalecimento espiritual e comunhão entre os poucos crentes komi-permiaks.
Pelo alcance das Escrituras na língua materna e compreensão viva da mensagem de Cristo.
Por despertamento espiritual que toque vilas e comunidades distantes nas florestas.
Pelo envio de obreiros cristãos preparados para servir com amor e discernimento cultural.
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