People
Who they are
The Mala Jangam are a Telugu-speaking Dalit people in southern India. Traditionally, they serve as itinerant priests and singers, carrying religious songs and blessings from village to village for another Dalit community, the Malas. This vocation of religious wanderers shapes their identity to this day.
Where they live
1
Country
13K
Population
| Country | Share of the people | Population |
|---|---|---|
India Unreached
|
100%
|
13.000 |
Religions of the unreached
Hinduism99.9%
Other / Small0.1%
Buddhism0.1%
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.
Telugu
Complete Bible
- Translation started Done
- Portions Done
- New Testament Done
- Whole Bible Current stage
Audio recordings Available
Jesus Film Available
Translation data: Joshua Project.
Gospel progress among the unreached
Christians (all traditions)0%
Evangelicals0%
What to pray for
Intercede for this people
For the Mala Jangam people, that the Scriptures in Telugu may reach their hearts and bring new life.
For the Mala Jangam, itinerant singers and priests, that they may find their true calling in Christ.
For the dignity of the Mala Jangam people in the face of the caste discrimination they endure.
For the emergence of a local church among the Mala Jangam people.
For workers who will learn Telugu and live among the Mala Jangam people.
Pray for Mala Jangam
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