Affinity Group: Asian Pacific Rim Peoples
Affinity Bloc: Malay Peoples
People Cluster: Filipino, Muslim
Language: Iranun (Philippines) - (ilp)
Alternate Name(s): Iranun
Primary Religion: Islam - Sunni
Country: Philippines
Also found in: Malaysia
Population: 567,000
Global Population: 593,000
Progress of the Gospel: Engaged yet Unreached
Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: Less than 2% Evangelical, No Active CP Activity
Overview: The Iranun of Philippines, numbering 567,000, are Engaged yet Unreached. They are part of the Filipino, Muslim people cluster within the Malay Peoples affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 593,000 in 2 countries. Their primary language is Iranun (Philippines). The primary religion practiced by the Iranun is Sunni Islam, the largest branch of Islam. Sunni Muslims follow the teachings of the Qur'an and consider the first four caliphs to be the rightful successors of Muhammad.
Bible Translations: Available
Jesus Film: Available
Gospel Recordings: Not Available
Radio Broadcast: Not Available