The Riau Malay language is used in traditional poetry, local proverbs, magic incantations, legends, romantic stories and other forms to express the feelings of the people.
Historically, the Riau Malay have adhered to a bilateral lineage system in which lineage is traced through both the mother and the father. There are also those who use a patrilineal (from the father's side) system, which is a result of Islamic teaching. Some others follow a matrilineal (from the mother's side), which is due to Minangkabau influence. The basic family unit consists of the mother, father and unmarried children.
The Riau Malay have been influenced by Islamic, Hindu, Buddhist and European cultures. Islam influences almost every aspect of present-day life for the Riau Malay and parents emphasize religious education over formal education, particularly in primary school. At the same time, many common practices indicate the strong adherence to traditional spiritual beliefs - for example, potions used to ward off evil spirits. A shaman (called a bomo) is normally asked to drive out evil spirits which are believed to be the cause of sickness.
There is a need to work together closely with the Riau Malay community to increase their understanding of economics, the law and sustainable environmental conservation techniques.
Pray for spiritual discernment and a hunger for truth.
Pray for faithful and loving workers to go to them with the gospel.
Pray for Riau Malay disciples to make more disciples.
Scripture Prayers for the Malay, Riau in Singapore.
Profile Source: Joshua Project |
People Name General | Malay, Riau |
People Name in Country | Malay, Riau |
Natural Name | Riau Malay |
Pronunciation |
ree-OW muh-LAY
|
Alternate Names | Malay; Riau |
Population this Country | 17,000 |
Population all Countries | 1,925,000 |
Total Countries | 2 |
Indigenous | No |
Progress Scale | 1 ● |
Unreached | Yes |
Frontier People Group | No |
Pioneer Workers Needed | 1 |
People ID | 14556 |
ROP3 Code | 108373 |
ROP25 Code | 305027 |
ROP25 Name | Malay |
Country | Singapore | ||
Region | Asia, Southeast | ||
Continent | Asia | ||
10/40 Window | No | ||
National Bible Society | Website | ||
Persecution Rank | Not ranked |
Country | Singapore |
Region | Asia, Southeast |
Continent | Asia |
10/40 Window | No |
National Bible Society | Website |
Persecution Rank | Not ranked |
Primary Religion: | Islam |
Major Religion ▲ | Percent |
---|---|
Buddhism |
0.00 %
|
Christianity (Evangelical 0.05 %) |
0.30 %
|
Ethnic Religions |
0.00 %
|
Hinduism |
0.00 %
|
Islam |
99.70 %
|
Non-Religious |
0.00 %
|
Other / Small |
0.00 %
|
Unknown |
0.00 %
|
Primary Language | Malay (17,000 speakers) |
Language Code | zlm Ethnologue Listing |
Language Written | Yes ScriptSource Listing |
Total Languages | 1 |
Primary Language | Malay (17,000 speakers) |
Language Code | zlm Ethnologue Listing |
Total Languages | 1 |
People Groups | Speaking Malay |
Primary Language: Malay
Bible Translation ▲ | Status (Years) |
---|---|
Bible-Portions | Yes (1629-1932) |
Bible-New Testament | Yes (1668-1974) |
Bible-Complete | Yes (2015) |
FCBH NT (www.bible.is) | Online |
Possible Print Bibles | |
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Amazon | |
World Bibles | |
Forum Bible Agencies | |
National Bible Societies | |
World Bible Finder | |
Virtual Storehouse |
Photo Source | Lilis Noviani - Pixabay |
Profile Source | Joshua Project |
Data Sources | Data is compiled from various sources. Learn more. |