Affinity Group: Northern African and Middle Eastern Peoples

Affinity Bloc: Arab World

People Cluster: Assyrian / Aramaic

Language: Arabic, Mesopotamian - (acm)

Alternate Name(s):

Primary Religion: Ethnoreligion

Country: Iraq

Also found in: Iran; United States

Population: 35,500

Global Population: 48,100

Progress of the Gospel: Unengaged and Unreached

Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: Less than 2% Evangelical, No Active CP Activity

Overview: The Mandaeans of Iraq, numbering 35,500, are Unengaged and Unreached. They are part of the Assyrian / Aramaic people cluster within the Arab World affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 48,100 in 3 countries. Their primary language is Arabic, Mesopotamian. The primary religion practiced by the Mandaeans is ethnoreligion, consisting of practices deeply rooted in this groups ethnic identity.

Bible Translations: Available

Jesus Film: Available

Gospel Recordings: Available

Radio Broadcast: Not Available