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Glossary

Words are important, especially on the mission field. Use our glossary to gain a solid understanding of missions terminology.

Definition

E-Scale

The "E-Scale" is a category developed by missiologist Ralph D. Winter to clarify distinctions between target language groups in evangelism and missions work. The scale describes E-1 (home), E-2 (foreign), and E-3 (unreached) contexts.