People
Who they are
The Tumbalalá are an Indigenous people who live along the banks of the São Francisco River in the semiarid interior of northeastern Brazil. With a history of cultural resistance and reaffirmation of their Indigenous identity, they preserve traditional sacred rituals, expressing a deep communal connection to the land and the living memory of their ancestors.
Where they live
1
Country
1K
Population
| Country | Share of the people | Population |
|---|---|---|
Brazil Minimally reached
|
100%
|
1.200 |
The Bible in this people's language
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Portuguese
Complete Bible
- Translation started Done
- Portions Done
- New Testament Done
- Whole Bible Current stage
Audio recordings Available
Jesus Film Available
Translation data: Joshua Project.
Gospel progress among the unreached
Christians (all traditions)20%
Evangelicals0.1%
What to pray for
Intercede for this people
Pelo bem-estar, saúde e desenvolvimento sustentável das famílias tumbalalá no sertão.
Por pontes de amizade sincera e testemunho de amor cristão junto à comunidade.
Pelo conhecimento transformador da mensagem do evangelho entre as lideranças e famílias do povo.
Pelo surgimento de discípulos de Jesus que expressem a fé dentro de sua própria identidade cultural.
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