The Toba people are also known as Qom. They live in Argentina and a smaller number are in Paraguay.
The Qom people were hunters and gatherers before the arrival of the Spaniards. Ironically, their resistance to the Spaniards involved using horses for raids. They used horses well both in the grasslands and through wooded areas. The Qom managed to defend themselves from pumas and jaguars who would jump on them from tree branches. They used bows and arrows effectively, but later used firearms to conduct their night-time raids on settlements.
The first conquest of the Qom homeland began in 1884 and lasted until 1916. They called this the Conquest of the Gran Chaco. There were various massacres, and the Qom were eventually forced to work on cotton plantations.
In the 21st century there was controversy regarding the traditional Qom homeland. There were plans to build a university on their homeland, in Argentina’s Formosa Province. This led to demonstrations, even in the Argentine capital. The issue remains unresolved. Others have suffered from tuberculosis and malnutrition.
Although most have a relationship with the Roman Catholic Church, the Qom often participate in both shamanistic and animistic practices. They believe in a supreme being and local spirits. Their shamanistic practices often involve the use of animals, especially for medicinal purposes.
Their Christian influence not only comes from the Roman Catholic Church, but also various Protestant groups like the Anglicans and Pentecostals. There have been a number of shamans who have become leaders in Protestant churches.
Especially in Argentina, the Qom need their traditional lands protected from outsiders. Both agribusiness and urbanization threatens their land rights. They also face serious health threats. Many have died of tuberculosis and even starvation.
Pray for there be clear understanding of the gospel message among those who do not know Jesus Christ of the Bible.
Pray there will be increased interest in spiritual things among the young.
Pray the missionary team among the Qom will maintains high sensitivity to the culture and language of the people.
Pray for them to put all their faith in Jesus Christ rather than shamans and spirits.
Scripture Prayers for the Toba Qom in Argentina.
Profile Source: Joshua Project |
People Name General | Toba Qom |
People Name in Country | Toba Qom |
Alternate Names | Com; Qom Lik; Sanapana Toba; Toba Sur |
Population this Country | 140,000 |
Population all Countries | 142,000 |
Total Countries | 2 |
Indigenous | Yes |
Progress Scale | 5 ● |
Unreached | No |
Frontier People Group | No |
GSEC | 6 (per PeopleGroups.org) |
Pioneer Workers Needed | |
People ID | 15517 |
ROP3 Code | 110108 |
ROP25 Code | 308202 |
ROP25 Name | Toba (South America) |
Country | Argentina | ||
Region | America, Latin | ||
Continent | South America | ||
10/40 Window | No | ||
National Bible Society | Website | ||
Persecution Rank | Not ranked | ||
Location in Country | Chaco province: Bermejito, Castelli, Fontana, La Leonesa, Las Palmas, Miraflores, Pampa del Indio, Pcia, Resistencia, Roca, Saenz Peña, San Martín, Tres Isletas; Corrientes province; Formosa province: El Colorado, Misión Laishí, San Carlos; Santa Fe province: Rosario. Source: Ethnologue 2016 |
Country | Argentina |
Region | America, Latin |
Continent | South America |
10/40 Window | No |
National Bible Society | Website |
Persecution Rank | Not ranked |
Location in Country | Chaco province: Bermejito, Castelli, Fontana, La Leonesa, Las Palmas, Miraflores, Pampa del Indio, Pcia, Resistencia, Roca, Saenz Peña, San Martín, Tres Isletas; Corrientes province; Formosa province: El Colorado, Misión Laishí, San Carlos; Santa Fe province: Rosario.. Source: Ethnologue 2016 |
Primary Religion: | Christianity |
Major Religion ▲ | Percent |
---|---|
Buddhism |
0.00 %
|
Christianity (Evangelical 50.00 %) |
95.00 %
|
Ethnic Religions |
4.00 %
|
Hinduism |
0.00 %
|
Islam |
0.00 %
|
Non-Religious |
0.00 %
|
Other / Small |
1.00 %
|
Unknown |
0.00 %
|
Primary Language | Toba (140,000 speakers) |
Language Code | tob Ethnologue Listing |
Primary Dialect | Toba Qom |
Dialect Code | 22280 Global Recordings Listing |
Language Written | Yes ScriptSource Listing |
Total Languages | 1 |
Primary Language | Toba (140,000 speakers) |
Language Code | tob Ethnologue Listing |
Primary Dialect | Toba Qom |
Dialect Code | 22280 Global Recordings Listing |
Total Languages | 1 |
People Groups | Speaking Toba |
Primary Language: Toba
Bible Translation ▲ | Status (Years) |
---|---|
Bible-Portions | Yes (1964-1994) |
Bible-New Testament | Yes (1980-2011) |
Bible-Complete | Yes (2013) |
FCBH NT (www.bible.is) | Online |
YouVersion NT (www.bible.com) | Online |
Possible Print Bibles | |
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Amazon | |
World Bibles | |
Forum Bible Agencies | |
National Bible Societies | |
World Bible Finder | |
Virtual Storehouse |
Resource Type ▲ | Resource Name | Source |
---|---|---|
Audio Recordings | Audio Bible teaching | Global Recordings Network |
Film / Video | LUMO film of Gospels | Bible Media Group/LUMO |
General | Faith Comes By Hearing - Bible in text or audio or video | Faith Comes by Hearing |
General | Gospel resources links | Scripture Earth |
General | YouVersion Bible versions in text and/or audio | YouVersion Bibles |
Mobile App | Android Bible app: Toba | YouVersion Bibles |
Mobile App | iOS Bible app: Toba | YouVersion Bibles |
Photo Source | Copyrighted © 2024 Misión Nuevas Tribus / Richard Perik All rights reserved. Used with permission |
Profile Source | Joshua Project |
Data Sources | Data is compiled from various sources. Learn more. |