Moi, Mosana in Indonesia
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| People Name: | Moi, Mosana |
| Country: | Indonesia |
| 10/40 Window: | Yes |
| Population: | 20,000 |
| World Population: | 20,000 |
| Primary Language: | Moi Kelim |
| Primary Religion: | Christianity |
| Christian Adherents: | 70.00 % |
| Evangelicals: | 4.00 % |
| Scripture: | Translation Started |
| Ministry Resources: | No |
| Jesus Film: | No |
| Audio Recordings: | Yes |
| People Cluster: | New Guinea |
| Affinity Bloc: | Pacific Islanders |
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Introduction / History
The Moi are sometimes known as the Mosana, Mooi, or Mekwei people, and they prefer to be called Mekwei. Their language is Moi Kelim.
What Are Their Lives Like?
The Moi people live off of their gardens (fruit, sweet potatoes, bananas, etc), sago, wild game and fish. They are also known for carving on canoes, in caves, making tattoos, and decorating head and shoulder bags (called "noken"). House walls are traditionally made from sago palms and house flooring from the pinang tree.
The Moi people collect lawan tree oil and cut lumber, garden, trade; and they sell pigs, casuari, tree kangaroo, and fish. Because the Moi people live along the coast at an altitude of less than 100 meters above sea level the Moi people can best be accessed by boat.
They have a reputation for being mild people and originally come from the Klawelem area of the Makbon district. They are known to intermarry with the Moraid people.
What Are Their Beliefs?
Nearly three-fourths are Christian.
What Are Their Needs?
Malaria, rash, and ringworm are common.
Prayer Points
Pray for the Holy Spirit to mercifully move among every Moi family and congregation.
Pray that soon Moi disciples will disciple Muslims in Indonesia.
Pray for someone to write Christian music in their language and use it for discipleship and evangelism.