Introduction / History

The Trieng of Vietnam are known by names like the Gieng and the Trieng. The Trieng speak in a Mon-Khmer language and write in Latin script.

They live mainly in Kon Tum province and in the mountains of Ngoc Ling where they have lived for a long time. One of the places the Trieng live is in the Giang region. The Gie Trieng usually live in big houses that are on stilts.

What Are Their Lives Like?

The Trieng grow rice. They also cultivate corn and many other products. They breed cattle, chickens and pigs among several animals. The Trieng are hunters and also excel in embroidery. They eat meat, fish and soup. They drink water and wine including rice wine.

Trieng village elders are respected for their experience. They use the lunar calendar and they love to use the gong as an instrument and combine it with other musical instruments.

Provided there is nothing contrary to the Trieng way of life, young people decide themselves whom to marry. There are many things that must be done when a couple marries. Regarding the birth of a baby, the husband must build a forest hut for his wife to give birth. The woman must give birth herself and wait ten days to bring the baby home; then a ritual is performed.

What Are Their Beliefs?

The Trieng are animists and they have many gods like those of fire, water, sun and sky. They believe spirits are important. The blood of animals is used for sacrifices.

What Are Their Needs?

The primary need of Trieng people is to place their faith in Lord Jesus Christ who laid down his life to pay the full penalty for their sins.

Prayer Items

Pray that Trieng village elders will come to Salvation and bring others from the people group to Jesus Christ.
Pray that the Trieng will learn that sacrifices are not necessary, and that Jesus Christ has sacrificed his life for them.

Scripture Prayers for the Trieng in Vietnam.

References

vietnam-culture.blogspot.co.uk/2011/09/gie-trieng-ethnic-group.html