People
Who they are
The Phimbi live in Tete Province, Mozambique, along the banks of the Zambezi River, northwest of the city of Tete, and grow food for their own needs. Their language originated in Marávia District. Most follow traditional religions, but a substantial proportion are Christians, mainly Catholics and Protestants from historic denominations. In 2024, the translation team held two workshops and began recording the first biblical texts in Phimbi.
Where they live
1
Country
15K
Population
| Country | Share of the people | Population |
|---|---|---|
Mozambique Partially reached
|
100%
|
14.000 |
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.
Phimbi
Translation started
- Translation started Current stage
- 2 Portions Still ahead
- 3 New Testament Still ahead
- 4 Whole Bible Still ahead
Audio recordings Available
Jesus Film Not available
Translation data: Joshua Project.
Gospel progress among the unreached
Christians (all traditions)45%
Evangelicals3%
What to pray for
Intercede for this people
Pray for the team translating and recording Bible stories in Phimbi.
Pray for Phimbi Christians to understand and put into practice the biblical texts in their language.
Pray for cooperation among Phimbi churches in teaching the Scriptures.
Pray for wisdom for Christians as they share their faith with families who follow traditional religions.
Pray for Phimbi
Intercede for this people alongside Christians around the world.
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