People
Who they are
The Wumeng live in four counties of Zhaotong Prefecture in northeastern Yunnan, China, and are part of the Yi peoples. Their language is Wumeng Nasu. Traditional beliefs predominate, but there are Christians among them. In the 1990s, around 5,000 Wumeng Christians met in small groups in homes scattered across the mountains of northeastern Yunnan.
Where they live
1
Country
51K
Population
| Country | Share of the people | Population |
|---|---|---|
China Partially reached
|
100%
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51.000 |
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.
Wumeng Nasu
Translation needed
- 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)10%
Evangelicals9.9%
What to pray for
Intercede for this people
Pray that Wumeng Christians will remain steadfast and care for one another.
Pray for the translation of the Scriptures into Wumeng Nasu.
Pray that Wumeng churches will teach the gospel to families in Zhaotong.
Pray for Wumeng
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