People
Who they are
The Passam Kpasam, who call themselves Isam, live in Adamawa State, Nigeria, south of the Benue River. They speak Nyesam, a language also known as Kpasham. Their villages include Kpasham, Dakli and Dem. They call the area stretching from the old settlement on the mountain to the present-day villages Asam. Traditional beliefs predominate, but there are also Christians and Muslims among them.
Where they live
1
Country
35K
Population
| Country | Share of the people | Population |
|---|---|---|
Nigeria Partially reached
|
100%
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34.000 |
The Bible in this people's language
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Kpasham
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)25%
Evangelicals7%
What to pray for
Intercede for this people
Pray for the Isam to have access to the Scriptures in Nyesam, the language they use in their communities.
Pray that all Christians in Kpasham, Dakli and Dem will know and practice the teachings of Jesus.
Pray that all leaders of Passam Kpasam churches will teach the Christian faith clearly and with care.
Pray for Passam Kpasam
Intercede for this people alongside Christians around the world.
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