Affinity Group: European Peoples
Affinity Bloc: Eurasian Peoples
People Cluster: Scandinavian
Language: Faroese - (fao)
Alternate Name(s):
Primary Religion: Christianity - Protestantism
Country: Denmark
Also found in: Faroe Islands
Population: 21,500
Global Population: 71,000
Progress of the Gospel: No Longer Unreached
Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: 2% or Greater but Less than 5% Evangelical
Overview: The Faroese of Denmark, numbering 21,500, are No Longer Unreached. They are part of the Scandinavian people cluster within the Eurasian Peoples affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 71,000 in 2 countries. Their primary language is Faroese. The primary religion practiced by the Faroese 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
Jesus Film: Available
Gospel Recordings: Not Available
Radio Broadcast: Not Available