The Mali are traditionally known as gardeners. The word Mali is derived from the Sanskrit word 'mala' (meaning garland). Many are called 'phool' Mali, referring to their well-known occupation of growing flowers.
There is at least one group of Mali from Rajasthan who are considered to have originated from Rajput or warrior tribes and who are of a higher caste.
The Mali are industrious workers and are known for their bravery in the disciplined forces.
Generally, they are differentiated according to their occupations. For example, those pursuing gardening are known as Baghban, those who cut and sell grass are called Sasia Mali and those growing flowers are Phool Mali. Many Malis live in towns and keep vegetable or flower gardens in the outskirts.
The Mali are also known for the preparation of 'Maur' or marriage crown both for the bride and the bridegroom at marriages. Marriage is forbidden between members of the same sect or first or second cousins. Unlike some Indian traditions, marriage of widows is permitted.
The dead may be either buried or burnt. In the former case the corpse is laid with the feet to the north.
The Mali are industrious workers and are known for their bravery in the armed forces.
The Mali are mainly Hindus. Devi is their principal deity and marriages are performed in front of this deity. Devi is a local incarnation of 'Maha Kali ', the warrior goddess and consort of Shiva. Animals are sacrificed to please her.
The Mali need to know Jesus as their saviour. Devi is believed to require appeasement through offerings and the goddess incites fear among her followers. On the other hand, Jesus is merciful, forgiving and loving.
Groups of Christians will regularly pray for the Mali;
The Holy Spirit will guide Christians to best witness the gospel to the Mali;
Preachers will be sent to preach the gospel to the Mali; and
Great signs and wonders will be performed among the Mali to lead many to salvation
Scripture Prayers for the Mali (Hindu traditions) in India.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mali_caste
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mali_%28phul%29
http://www.sainiparivar.com/SainiTradition.aspx?SNo=140
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mahakali
Profile Source: Anonymous |
People Name General | Mali (Hindu traditions) |
People Name in Country | Mali (Hindu traditions) |
Pronunciation |
MAH-lee
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Alternate Names | Gandha; Gulpharosh; Mala Panickar; Malakar; Malakkar; Malakkaran; Malis; Mar; Marar; Patel; Phulia; Phulmali; Rathor; Sagbaria; Saini; Shrimali; माली (हिंदू ट्रेडिशन्स) |
Population this Country | 11,821,000 |
Population all Countries | 12,031,000 |
Total Countries | 4 |
Indigenous | Yes |
Progress Scale | 1 ● |
Unreached | Yes |
Frontier People Group | Yes |
GSEC | 1 (per PeopleGroups.org) |
Pioneer Workers Needed | 236 |
People ID | 18786 |
ROP3 Code | 114473 |
ROP25 Code | 305045 |
ROP25 Name | Mali/Malakkar |
Country | India | |||||||||||||||
Region | Asia, South | |||||||||||||||
Continent | Asia | |||||||||||||||
10/40 Window | Yes | |||||||||||||||
National Bible Society | Website | |||||||||||||||
Persecution Rank | 11 (Open Doors top 50 rank, 1 = highest persecution ranking) | |||||||||||||||
Total States on file | 29 | |||||||||||||||
Largest States (only 15 largest shown) |
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Districts | Interactive map, listing and data download | |||||||||||||||
Specialized Website | South Asia Peoples |
Country | India |
Region | Asia, South |
Continent | Asia |
10/40 Window | Yes |
National Bible Society | Website |
Persecution Rank | 11 (Open Doors top 50 rank, 1 = highest persecution ranking) |
Total States | 29 (only 20 largest shown) |
Maharashtra 3,167,000 | |
Rajasthan 1,986,000 | |
Madhya Pradesh 839,000 | |
Chhattisgarh 827,000 | |
Uttar Pradesh 759,000 | |
Odisha 676,000 | |
Bihar 455,000 | |
West Bengal 333,000 | |
Haryana 305,000 | |
Delhi 143,000 | |
Punjab 118,000 | |
Gujarat 107,000 | |
Assam 100,000 | |
Uttarakhand 61,000 | |
Tripura 55,000 | |
Website | South Asia Peoples |
Primary Religion: | Hinduism |
Major Religion ▲ | Percent * |
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Buddhism |
0.25 %
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Christianity (Evangelical Unknown) |
0.01 %
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Ethnic Religions |
0.00 %
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Hinduism |
99.73 %
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Islam |
0.00 %
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Non-Religious |
0.00 %
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Other / Small |
0.01 %
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Unknown |
0.00 %
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* From latest India census data. Current Christian values may substantially differ. |
Primary Language | Hindi (3,394,000 speakers) | |||||||||||||||
Language Code | hin Ethnologue Listing | |||||||||||||||
Language Written | Yes ScriptSource Listing | |||||||||||||||
Total Languages | 60 | |||||||||||||||
Secondary Languages (only 15 largest shown) |
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Primary Language | Hindi (3,394,000 speakers) |
Language Code | hin Ethnologue Listing |
Total Languages | 60 |
Secondary Languages (only 15 largest shown) | |
Marathi 2,663,000 | |
Chhattisgarhi 627,000 | |
Odia 581,000 | |
Bengali 392,000 | |
Marwari 383,000 | |
Dhundari 364,000 | |
Bhojpuri 267,000 | |
Khandesi 144,000 | |
Punjabi, Eastern 134,000 | |
Haroti 118,000 | |
Mewari 116,000 | |
Shekhawati 110,000 | |
Gujarati 104,000 | |
Telugu 101,000 | |
Assamese 62,000 | |
People Groups | Speaking Hindi |
Primary Language: Hindi
Bible Translation ▲ | Status (Years) |
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Bible-Portions | Yes (1806-1962) |
Bible-New Testament | Yes (1811-1998) |
Bible-Complete | Yes (1818-2022) |
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 |
Photo Source | Copyrighted © 2023 Matt Hahnewald - Shutterstock All rights reserved. Used with permission |
Map Source | People Group Location: Omid. Other geography / data: GMI. Map Design: Joshua Project |
Profile Source | Anonymous |
Data Sources | Data is compiled from various sources. Learn more. |