Greek Cypriot in Australia


Population
Main Language
Largest Religion
Christian
Evangelical
Progress
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Introduction / History

In 1400 BC, the island of Cyprus was controlled by Greece. Though the centuries, Cyprus was controlled by various powers. These powers seldom interfered with the Greek culture, though they had their influence. Though the long-lasting influence of the Ottoman Empire (300 years) added Islam to Cyprus, the island was culturally a variation of what we call “Greek.” After WWI, Cyprus came under the control of the UK, so there is also a British influence in their culture.

Greek Cypriots began to move to Australia in the 1850s. Many more arrived from Cyprus after WWII when the Australian government encouraged immigration from Europe. Those who have arrived in the 20th century are usually college students.


What Are Their Lives Like?

It has been many generations since Greek Cypriots migrated to Australia. They are largely assimilated, especially the younger generation. They speak English, and their families are becoming weaker, but more egalitarian. In order to maintain their cultural identity and language, they usually have cultural associations. These associations help them maintain ties with Cyprus and stay abreast of issues on that island.

Greek Cypriots in Australia are often blended with other Greek communities, even in marriage.

Australia also has a Turkish Cypriot population, but the two have little contact. Culturally and religiously, they are very different.


What Are Their Beliefs?

The Greek Cypriots adhere to the Greek Orthodox Church, and religion is central to their lives. Yet they are more flexible in their Orthodox religious practices than people are in Cyprus. Some are secularized while a small number are Evangelical.


What Are Their Needs?

The Greek Cypriots need to put all their trust in Jesus Christ. This doesn’t mean that they need to abandon their culture or their church, but they need to keep Christ supreme in their hearts.


Prayer Points

Pray for a Christ-centered spiritual revival among Greek Cypriots.

Pray for Greek Cypriot disciplers to disciple others, including Muslim Turks.

Pray for spiritual hunger and a willingness to embrace the truth of Jesus Christ.


Scripture Prayers for the Cypriots, Greek in Australia.


References

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Greek_Cypriots

https://www.everyculture.com/wc/Costa-Rica-to-Georgia/Greek-Cypriots.html

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Greek_Cypriot_diaspora

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cypriot_Australians


Profile Source:   Joshua Project  

People Name General Cypriots, Greek
People Name in Country Cypriots, Greek
Natural Name Greek Cypriot
Alternate Names Cypriot; Greek; Greek Cypriot
Population this Country 27,000
Population all Countries 900,000
Total Countries 6
Indigenous No
Progress Scale 3
Unreached No
Frontier People Group No
Pioneer Workers Needed
People ID 11456
ROP3 Code 102344
ROP25 Code 302794
ROP25 Name Greek
Country Australia
Region Australia and Pacific
Continent Australia
10/40 Window No
National Bible Society Website
Persecution Rank Not ranked
Country Australia
Region Australia and Pacific
Continent Australia
10/40 Window No
National Bible Society Website
Persecution Rank Not ranked

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Primary Religion: Christianity
Major Religion Percent
Buddhism
0.00 %
Christianity  (Evangelical 0.70 %)
93.00 %
Ethnic Religions
0.00 %
Hinduism
0.00 %
Islam
0.00 %
Non-Religious
7.00 %
Other / Small
0.00 %
Unknown
0.00 %
Primary Language Greek (27,000 speakers)
Language Code ell   Ethnologue Listing
Language Written Yes   ScriptSource Listing
Total Languages 1
Primary Language Greek (27,000 speakers)
Language Code ell   Ethnologue Listing
Total Languages 1
People Groups Speaking Greek

Primary Language:  Greek

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Bible-New Testament Yes  (1638-1989)
Bible-Complete Yes  (1840-2003)
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