People
Who they are
The Tembé are an Indigenous people of the Tupi-Guarani family who inhabit forested areas between Pará and Maranhão in northern Brazil. Custodians of a rich cultural tradition, they preserve their ancestral relationship with the land and waters while facing the pressures of outside contact and seeking to strengthen their communal and linguistic identity.
Where they live
1
Country
2K
Population
| Country | Share of the people | Population |
|---|---|---|
Brazil Partially reached
|
100%
|
1.600 |
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.
Tembe
New Testament complete
- Translation started Done
- Portions Done
- New Testament Current stage
- 4 Whole Bible Still ahead
Audio recordings Not available
Jesus Film Not available
Translation data: Joshua Project.
Gospel progress among the unreached
Christians (all traditions)60%
Evangelicals3%
What to pray for
Intercede for this people
Pela proteção das terras tradicionais e pelo bem-estar físico e social das famílias Tembé.
Pelo crescimento espiritual e discipulado bíblico dos cristãos nas aldeias.
Por acesso e compreensão da Palavra de Deus de modo contextualizado e relevante para sua cultura.
Pelo levantamento de líderes indígenas maduros que pastoreiem seu próprio povo com sabedoria e graça.
Pray for Tembé
Intercede for this people alongside Christians around the world.
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