Unreached people group Frontier
Sinyar, Shamya
Unreached
0,01%
Evangelicals
Africanos SubsaarianosOuaddai-Fur
Who they are
The Sinyar, also known as Shamya, are a people who inhabit the border region between eastern Chad and western Sudan. Traditionally farmers, they preserve their own language and customs in small rural villages, maintaining strong community ties and an Islamic identity that shapes their daily routine and family traditions.
Where they live
1
Country
37K
Population
| Country | Share of the people | Population |
|---|---|---|
Chad Unreached
|
100%
|
37.000 |
Religions of the unreached
Islã99%
Cristianismo0,01%
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.
Sinyar
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)0,01%
Evangelicals0,01%
What to pray for
Intercede for this people
For the development of biblical resources and Scripture portions in the Sinyar language.
For servants willing to live among them and demonstrate the practical love of Jesus.
For the birth of a vibrant and faithful church among Shamya families.
Pray for Sinyar, Shamya
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