Affinity Group: Asian Pacific Rim Peoples

Affinity Bloc: Southeast Asian Peoples

People Cluster: Mon-Khmer

Language: Mon - (mnw)

Alternate Name(s): Talaing, Mun

Primary Religion: Buddhism - Theravada

Country: Myanmar

Also found in: Thailand; United States

Population: 864,000

Global Population: 984,100

Progress of the Gospel: Engaged yet Unreached

Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: Less than 2% Evangelical, No Active CP Activity

Overview: The Mon of Myanmar, numbering 864,000, are Engaged yet Unreached. They are part of the Mon-Khmer people cluster within the Southeast Asian Peoples affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 984,100 in 3 countries. Their primary language is Mon. The primary religion practiced by the Mon is Theravada Buddhism, the oldest surviving branch of Buddhism.

Bible Translations: Available

Jesus Film: Available

Gospel Recordings: Available

Radio Broadcast: Not Available