People
Who they are
The Meyah live in the eastern part of the Bird’s Head Peninsula in West Papua Province, Indonesia, west of Manokwari. Their language is one of the Papuan languages; Papuan Malay is also used among them. Most identify as Christians, while some follow traditional religions. There are evangelicals among Meyah Christians.
Where they live
1
Country
59K
Population
| Country | Share of the people | Population |
|---|---|---|
Indonesia Partially reached
|
100%
|
58.000 |
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.
Meyah
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)85%
Evangelicals6%
What to pray for
Intercede for this people
Pray for families who also use Papuan Malay to understand the New Testament in Meyah.
Pray for the faith of Meyah Christians in the Manokwari region, that they will deepen their trust in Jesus.
Pray for Meyah leaders to be equipped to teach the Scriptures in local churches.
Pray for the witness of Meyah Christians in their relationships with relatives who follow traditional religions.
Pray for Meyah
Intercede for this people alongside Christians around the world.
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