Affinity Group: Asian Pacific Rim Peoples
Affinity Bloc: Southeast Asian Peoples
People Cluster: Tai
Language: Lü - (khb)
Alternate Name(s): Tai Lu, Lue
Primary Religion: Ethnoreligion
Country: Myanmar
Also found in: China; Laos; Thailand; United States; Vietnam
Population: 271,000
Global Population: 922,600
Progress of the Gospel: Engaged yet Unreached
Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: Less than 2% Evangelical, No Active CP Activity
Overview: The Tai Lu of Myanmar, numbering 271,000, are Engaged yet Unreached. They are part of the Tai people cluster within the Southeast Asian Peoples affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 922,600 in 6 countries. Their primary language is Lü. The primary religion practiced by the Tai Lu is ethnoreligion. Ethnoreligion is deeply rooted in a people's ethnic identity and conversion essentially equates to cultural assimilation.
Bible Translations: Available
Jesus Film: Available
Gospel Recordings: Available
Radio Broadcast: Not Available