Pemon, Taulipang in Brazil
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| People Name: | Pemon, Taulipang |
| Country: | Brazil |
| 10/40 Window: | No |
| Population: | 800 |
| World Population: | 28,300 |
| Primary Language: | Pemon |
| Primary Religion: | Christianity |
| Christian Adherents: | 75.00 % |
| Evangelicals: | 10.00 % |
| Scripture: | New Testament |
| Ministry Resources: | No |
| Jesus Film: | No |
| Audio Recordings: | No |
| People Cluster: | South American Indigenous |
| Affinity Bloc: | Latin-Caribbean Americans |
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Introduction / History
The Pemon, including the Taulipang subgroup, are an indigenous people who live in northern Brazil, especially in the state of Roraima, as well as in neighboring countries. They have a long history in the region and maintain strong cultural traditions passed down through oral memory.
What Are Their Lives Like?
Pemon communities are often located in savanna and highland areas. Agriculture, hunting, and gathering are important subsistence activities. Community life values cooperation, storytelling, and respect for elders. Some contact with urban centers exists, but many villages remain rural.
What Are Their Beliefs?
Traditional Pemon shamanic beliefs include spiritual beings, myths of origin, and moral teachings expressed through stories.
What Are Their Needs?
The Pemon face needs related to education, health, and territorial protection.
Prayer Points
Pray for them to understand their origin and identity through Christ.
Ask God to send Christian workers to help meet their needs and find open doors to talk about Jesus.
Pray for open hearts to listen to the gospel and embrace its truth.