Berber, Mozabite in France

People Name:	Berber, Mozabite
Country:	France
10/40 Window:	No
Population:	5,000
World Population:	200,000
Primary Language:	Tumzabt
Primary Religion:	Islam
Christian Adherents:	0.00 %
Evangelicals:	0.00 %
Scripture:	Unspecified
Online Audio NT:	Yes
Jesus Film:	No
Audio Recordings:	Yes
People Cluster:	Berber-Saharan
Affinity Bloc:	Arab World
Progress Level:

Introduction / History

The Mozabite Berbers live primarily in seven cities in and around the Mzab Valley, the largest of which is Ghardaia. It is an oasis in the stony Chebka region, which lies on the edge of the Sahara. While this is their homeland, they can be found in cities all over Algeria, as well as other cities around the world, including France, where they blend in with other Berber immigrants. They are the smallest Berber community in France.

What Are Their Lives Like?

Mozabite Berber communities are shaped by a combination of practicality and tradition. Women are encouraged to get an education and pursue careers if they wish. Many men travel throughout the country with their trades with other peoples. They have a good reputation for honesty which gives them an edge as businessmen.

What Are Their Beliefs?

They are Ibadi Muslims. This Islamic denomination stresses that human knowledge comes from our ability to reason rather than by being taught. Allah’s attributes, mercy, wisdom, power, etc. are all part of who he is. These attributes are part of the essence of Allah.
The Mozabite Berbers are extremely devout and faithful to their traditional practices. They value the bonds of their religious community very highly and go to great lengths to care for the poor and meet the needs of their community.

What Are Their Needs?

The Mozabite Berbers in France need outer and inner peace. As a small Berber group in a foreign land, they sometimes have trouble making their voice known. More importantly, they don’t have the inner peace that comes from having a relationship with the Prince of Peace.

Prayer Points

Pray for Christ's ambassadors to go to the Mozabite Berbers in France.
Pray that the veil of unbelief will be removed from their spiritual eyes and the truth of the living water, which Jesus wants to flood their souls, will burst forth into their hearts.
Pray that they will crave the spiritual water that only Jesus offers so much that they will share him with many other Muslims.
Pray for Mozabite Berbers who will make disciples of others who in turn will make more disciples.