People
Who they are
The Manusela Wahai are an indigenous people who inhabit the mountain slopes and forests of the island of Seram, in Indonesia’s Maluku Province. Speakers of Sou Upaa, they maintain rich ancestral traditions and a deep relationship with the land. Although they face changes as the modern world draws closer, much of the community still preserves its cultural practices and traditional spiritual beliefs.
Where they live
1
Country
8K
Population
| Country | Share of the people | Population |
|---|---|---|
Indonesia Minimally reached
|
100%
|
7.500 |
The Bible in this people's language
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Sou Upaa
Translation started
- Translation started Current stage
- 2 Portions Still ahead
- 3 New Testament Still ahead
- 4 Whole Bible Still ahead
Audio recordings Not available
Jesus Film Not available
Translation data: Joshua Project.
Gospel progress among the unreached
Christians (all traditions)12%
Evangelicals1%
What to pray for
Intercede for this people
Pelo acesso à mensagem do evangelho na língua Sou Upaa.
Por fortalecimento e ousadia dos poucos cristãos que vivem entre os Manusela Wahai.
Pela melhoria no acesso à saúde e à educação nas aldeias do interior de Seram.
Pelo despertamento de obreiros comprometidos em compartilhar o amor de Cristo com sensibilidade cultural.
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