Affinity Group: Asian Pacific Rim Peoples
Affinity Bloc: Southeast Asian Peoples
People Cluster: Zhuang
Language: Tày - (tyz)
Alternate Name(s): Tho, Thu Lao, T'o, Tai Tho, Ngan, Phen, Pa Di
Primary Religion: Ethnoreligion
Country: Vietnam
Also found in: United States
Population: 1,835,000
Global Population: 1,835,700
Progress of the Gospel: Engaged yet Unreached
Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: Less than 2% Evangelical, No Active CP Activity
Overview: The Tay of Vietnam, numbering 1,835,000, are Engaged yet Unreached. They are part of the Zhuang people cluster within the Southeast Asian Peoples affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 1,835,700 in 2 countries. Their primary language is Tày. The primary religion practiced by the Tay is ethnoreligion. Ethnoreligion is deeply rooted in a people's ethnic identity and conversion essentially equates to cultural assimilation.
Bible Translations: Available
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Gospel Recordings: Available
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