Affinity Group: Asian Pacific Rim Peoples
Affinity Bloc: Malay Peoples
People Cluster: Borneo-Kalimantan
Language: Kelabit - (kzi)
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Primary Religion: Christianity - Protestantism
Country: Indonesia
Also found in: Malaysia
Population: 750
Global Population: 7,250
Progress of the Gospel: No Longer Unreached
Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: 10% or Greater Evangelical
Overview: The Kalabit of Indonesia, numbering 750, are No Longer Unreached. They are part of the Borneo-Kalimantan people cluster within the Malay Peoples affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 7,250 in 2 countries. Their primary language is Kelabit. The primary religion practiced by the Kalabit is Protestant Christianity, a tradition that emerged from the Protestant Reformation. Protestants reject the idea of papal supremacy, instead stressing the authority of scripture alone, justification by faith alone, and salvation through Christ alone.
Bible Translations: Available
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Gospel Recordings: Available
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