People
Who they are
The Lacandon are an Indigenous Maya people who live deep in the Lacandon Jungle, in the state of Chiapas in southern Mexico. Historically known for maintaining their ancestral traditions and living in harmony with the tropical forests, they speak the Lacandon language. Today, the community is experiencing significant cultural changes and welcoming the Christian message among its families.
Where they live
1
Country
1K
Population
| Country | Share of the people | Population |
|---|---|---|
Mexico Significantly reached
|
100%
|
1.000 |
The Bible in this people's language
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Lacandon
New Testament complete
- Translation started Done
- Portions Done
- New Testament Current stage
- 4 Whole Bible Still ahead
Audio recordings Available
Jesus Film Not available
Translation data: Joshua Project.
Gospel progress among the unreached
Christians (all traditions)95%
Evangelicals24%
What to pray for
Intercede for this people
Pelo fortalecimento e maturidade espiritual da igreja entre os lacandões.
Pela capacitação de líderes cristãos locais para discipular as novas gerações.
Pela preservação de sua comunidade e integridade cultural diante das pressões do mundo moderno.
Por recursos bíblicos e discipulado fiel na língua do coração do povo lacandão.
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