People
Who they are
The Sonde, also called the Basonde, live in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, in Feshi Territory, in the southeastern part of the former Bandundu Province, now Kwango. Their language is Sonde, also called Kisoonde, a Bantu language in the Yaka group.
There is also another neighboring language with the same name that is more closely related to Pende. For this reason, the name Sonde may appear under different classifications in language studies.
Where they live
1
Country
218K
Population
| Country | Share of the people | Population |
|---|---|---|
Congo - Kinshasa Partially reached
|
100%
|
211.000 |
What they believe
The vast majority of the Sonde identify as Christian. Some follow traditional religions.
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.
Sonde
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)98%
Evangelicals5%
What to pray for
Intercede for this people
Pray for the translation of the Scriptures into Sonde, which has already begun, with careful attention to the differences between the languages that share this name.
Pray for Sonde Christians in Feshi to know and put into practice the teaching of Jesus.
Pray for local churches serving Sonde families to teach the Scriptures clearly.
Pray for Sonde disciples to teach others to follow Jesus.
Pray for Sonde
Intercede for this people alongside Christians around the world.
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