People
Where the gospel has not yet reached this people
194K people from this group live in countries where they remain unreached or minimally reached:
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South Sudan Minimally reached
194.000 people
Who they are
The Murle are a people who live mainly on the plains and hills of eastern South Sudan and in areas along the Ethiopian border. Linguistically distinct from most of their Nilotic neighbors, they preserve a strong cultural identity tied to the land and their herds. Historically shaped by regional tensions and local disputes, they maintain firm social structures and a deep attachment to their ancestral traditions.
Where they live
2
Countries
201K
World population
| Country | Share of the people | Population |
|---|---|---|
|
South Sudan Minimally reached
|
98.6%
|
194.000 |
Ethiopia Significantly reached
|
1.4%
|
2.800 |
How they live
Daily life among the Murle revolves around cattle raising and subsistence farming, growing sorghum and corn. Animals represent not only material wealth but also social standing and marriage alliances. Society is organized into clans and age groups, in which elders provide moral leadership and decide community matters.
What they believe
Most follow traditional religions, worshiping a supreme creator being associated with the sky, called Tammu. Rituals and sacrifices are performed to ask for rain, healing from illness and protection for the herds. Beliefs in spirits and fear of curses shape daily decisions and social relationships.
The Bible in this people's language
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Murle
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)10%
Evangelicals1.5%
Needs
Murle communities face severe geographical isolation, a lack of medical infrastructure and high illiteracy rates. The effects of recurring droughts and local conflicts make humanitarian aid and sustainable development projects urgent, alongside discipleship to support the Christian witness in the region.
What to pray for
Intercede for this people
Pela reconciliação, paz e cessação dos conflitos armados entre os murle e as etnias vizinhas.
Pelo fortalecimento e maturidade dos poucos crentes murle em suas comunidades locais.
Por recursos bíblicos e discipulado contextualizado na língua murle.
Pelo alívio da pobreza e acesso a serviços básicos de saúde e educação na região.
Pelo surgimento de igrejas bíblicas locais que transmitam a esperança do evangelho.
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