Affinity Group: Asian Pacific Rim Peoples
Affinity Bloc: Tibetan / Himalayan Peoples
People Cluster: Other Tibeto-Burmese
Language: Maru - (mhx)
Alternate Name(s): Maru, Laungwaw, Zi
Primary Religion: Ethnoreligion
Country: Myanmar
Also found in: China
Population: 150,000
Global Population: 180,500
Progress of the Gospel: Engaged yet Unreached
Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: Less than 2% Evangelical, No Active CP Activity
Overview: The Maru of Myanmar, numbering 150,000, are Engaged yet Unreached. They are part of the Other Tibeto-Burmese people cluster within the Tibetan / Himalayan Peoples affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 180,500 in 2 countries. Their primary language is Maru. The primary religion practiced by the Maru 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