People
Who they are
The Palikur are an Indigenous people of the Arawakan language family who traditionally inhabit the mangrove and river regions between northern Amapá and French Guiana. With strong ties to the waterways, they engage in fishing, subsistence farming and crafts. They keep their ethnic identity and native language alive, balancing ancestral customs with everyday life along the border.
Where they live
2
Countries
4K
World population
| Country | Share of the people | Population |
|---|---|---|
French Guiana Superficially reached
|
54.3%
|
1.900 |
Brazil Significantly reached
|
45.7%
|
1.600 |
The Bible in this people's language
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Palikur
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)60%
Evangelicals7.4%
What to pray for
Intercede for this people
Pelo fortalecimento espiritual e discipulado bíblico consistente entre as famílias palikur que já seguem a Cristo.
Pelo desenvolvimento de lideranças cristãs autóctones capacitadas para ensinar as Escrituras no idioma nativo.
Pela preservação de sua saúde, sustento e integridade cultural nas aldeias ao longo dos rios de fronteira.
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