People
Who they are
The Malmariv are an indigenous community on the island of Espiritu Santo in Vanuatu, in the South Pacific. Living in villages nestled in the tropical forest, they maintain deep community ties and use their native language in everyday life. Their oral traditions and respect for ancestral customs shape social relationships, while daily life balances traditional ways with the Christian faith.
Where they live
1
Country
700
Population
| Country | Share of the people | Population |
|---|---|---|
Vanuatu Significantly reached
|
100%
|
700 |
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.
Tiale
Translation needed
- 1 Translation started Still ahead
- 2 Portions Still ahead
- 3 New Testament Still ahead
- 4 Whole Bible Still ahead
Translation has not started in this language yet.
Audio recordings Available
Jesus Film Not available
Translation data: Joshua Project.
Gospel progress among the unreached
Christians (all traditions)45%
Evangelicals18%
What to pray for
Intercede for this people
Pelo fortalecimento dos cristãos malmariv no discipulado e no testemunho de vida.
Pela disponibilidade de porções bíblicas e recursos orais na língua materna.
Pela harmonia nas aldeias e proteção das famílias em seus desafios cotidianos.
Por sabedoria aos líderes locais na transmissão dos ensinamentos de Jesus às novas gerações.
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Intercede for this people alongside Christians around the world.
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