Tagalog in Philippines


Population
Main Language
Largest Religion
Christian
Evangelical
Progress
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Introduction / History

Tagalog are the largest ethnic group residing in the Philippines, especially in Luzon Island. They are located at the southern part of the island of Luzon and nearby islands. The regions of Calabarzon and Mimaropa have the greatest concentrations.

They are one of the ancient dwellers of the Philippines. Tagalog culture developed in Taal, Batangas (the heartland of the Tagalog culture). The traditions of this people were passed orally. They developed a trading link with neighboring countries such as China, Japan etc. Tagalogs have a writing system called baybayin. It uses diacritics to determine its pronunciation (similar to the Devanagari script of India).

During the Spanish colonization of the Philippines, the Tagalog homeland (especially Manila) became the center of colonial activity. The culture of these people dramatically changed from Asian to Hispanic culture (a combination of the two) during their rapid Christianization.

They eventually revolted against the Spanish colonizers and conquered the southern provinces. Along with other ethnic groups, Tagalogs fought against the invading Americans and later, the Japanese.

After they gained their independence, the Tagalog’s population grew rapidly. A poor economy and poverty, exacerbated by political corruption, caused many to migrate to 56 countries for work.


What Are Their Lives Like?

In the Philippines, the Tagalogs are the dominant people. A small number of families have great wealth and power over the government.

One can find Tagalogs in most lines of work since their numbers are so great.


What Are Their Beliefs?

Their religion is Christianity, usually Roman Catholicism. They commonly incorporate pre-Christian beliefs into the church. Some believe in traditional healers/herdsmen called "Albularyo" who heal them from their illnesses. Many also believe in mythical c


What Are Their Needs?

Pray for Tagalog speakers to focus their faith and devotion on Jesus Christ, and him crucified.

Pray for them to become a major sending base for Muslims, especially in Mindanao Island.

Pray that soon Tagalog disciples will be making more discipl


Prayer Items

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Scripture Prayers for the Tagalog in Philippines.


Profile Source:   Joshua Project  

People Name General Filipino, Tagalog
People Name in Country Tagalog
Alternate Names Pilipino
Population this Country 33,299,000
Population all Countries 40,969,000
Total Countries 56
Indigenous Yes
Progress Scale 5
Unreached No
Frontier People Group No
GSEC 4  (per PeopleGroups.org)
Pioneer Workers Needed
PeopleID3 15175
ROP3 Code 109692
Country Philippines
Region Asia, Southeast
Continent Asia
10/40 Window No
National Bible Society Website
Persecution Rank Not ranked
Location in Country Widespread; Manila, most of Luzon, and Mindoro.   Source:  Ethnologue 2016
Country Philippines
Region Asia, Southeast
Continent Asia
10/40 Window No
National Bible Society Website
Persecution Rank Not ranked
Location in Country Widespread; Manila, most of Luzon, and Mindoro..   Source:  Ethnologue 2016

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Primary Religion: Christianity
Major Religion Percent
Buddhism
0.00 %
Christianity  (Evangelical 15.26 %)
99.00 %
Ethnic Religions
0.00 %
Hinduism
0.00 %
Islam
0.00 %
Non-Religious
0.50 %
Other / Small
0.50 %
Unknown
0.00 %
Primary Language Tagalog
Language Code tgl   Ethnologue Listing
Language Written Yes   ScriptSource Listing
Total Languages 1
Primary Language Tagalog
Language Code tgl   Ethnologue Listing
Total Languages 1
People Groups Speaking Tagalog

Primary Language:  Tagalog

Bible Translation Status  (Years)
Bible-Portions Yes  (1898-1991)
Bible-New Testament Yes  (1902-1977)
Bible-Complete Yes  (1905-2014)
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Audio Recordings Oral Bible stories One Story
Audio Recordings Oral Bible stories Story Runners
Film / Video God's Story video God's Story
Film / Video Indigitube.tv Video / Animation Create International
Film / Video Jesus Film: view in Tagalog Jesus Film Project
Film / Video Love letter to you from scripture Father's Love Letter
Film / Video LUMO film of Gospels Bible Media Group/LUMO
Film / Video Magdalena video Jesus Film Project
Film / Video My Last Day video, anime Jesus Film Project
Film / Video Rock International: King of Glory Rock International
Film / Video Story of Jesus for Children Jesus Film Project
Film / Video The Hope Video Mars Hill Productions
Film / Video World Christian Videos World Christian Videos
General Bible for Children Bible for Children
General Biblical answers to your questions Got Questions Ministry
General Faith Comes By Hearing - Bible in text or audio or video Faith Comes by Hearing
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General Scripture Earth Gospel resources links Scripture Earth
General Voice of the Martyrs resources Voice of the Martyrs
General YouVersion Bible versions in text and/or audio YouVersion Bibles
Mobile App Android Bible app direct APK download SIL
Mobile App Android Bible app: Ang Salita ng Dios Bible Biblica
Mobile App Android Bible app: Tagalog YouVersion Bibles
Mobile App Android Bible app: Tagalog New Testament Bibles International
Mobile App Download audio Bible app as APK file Faith Comes by Hearing
Mobile App Download audio Bible app from Google Play Store Faith Comes by Hearing
Mobile App iOS Bible app: Tagalog YouVersion Bibles
Text / Printed Matter Bible Gateway scripture Bible Gateway
Text / Printed Matter Cartoon Gospel tract General / Other
Text / Printed Matter Children and youth resources One Hope
Text / Printed Matter Literacy primer for Tagalog Literacy & Evangelism International
Text / Printed Matter Topical Scripture booklets and Bible studies World Missionary Press
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