People
Who they are
The Tong live in southern Laos, in Saravan Province, north of the city of the same name and also in Vapi District. They are also known as Ong or Hantong. They speak the Ong language. The vast majority follow traditional religion, while a small minority identify as Christian, including Evangelicals.
Where they live
1
Country
16K
Population
| Country | Share of the people | Population |
|---|---|---|
Laos Partially reached
|
100%
|
15.000 |
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.
Ong
Need not assessed
- 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 Not available
Jesus Film Not available
Translation data: Joshua Project.
Gospel progress among the unreached
Christians (all traditions)3%
Evangelicals2.2%
What to pray for
Intercede for this people
Pray for the teaching of the Scriptures in Ong among Tong families in Saravan and Vapi.
Pray for Tong Christians to be firm in their faith and equipped to teach others among their people.
Pray for the formation of Tong churches that teach the Bible in the Ong language and care for families.
Pray for Tong
Intercede for this people alongside Christians around the world.
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