Parihar Rajput in India

The Parihar Rajput have only been reported in India
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Introduction / History

The name Rajput is derived from the Sanskrit word rajputra, meaning "son of a ruler." Rajputs were the class of South Asian warriors and nobles for centuries. When the British Empire began controlling parts of the Subcontinent starting in the late 1700s, they recruited Rajputs into their military. At certain times, they were the warriors who conquered kingdoms and defended the land; when possible, they enjoyed the life of nobles.

Rajputs are divided by three religions: Hinduism, Sikhism and Islam. They are further divided into clans such as the Hindi speaking Parihar Rajputs.


What Are Their Lives Like?

Today Parihar Rajputs love to reminisce about the military exploits of their ancestors. Many are still in military service or own land. Wealthy Rajputs own impressive hotels where tourists can be introduced to their proud history. Those of modest means own small businesses or work as wage laborers.

Long-standing traditions as well as spiritual forces keep them away from the savior no matter where they live. Reaching the Parihar Rajputs would be enhanced by knowledge of India's history and how the caste system affects their worldview.


What Are Their Beliefs?

Forward caste Hindus often become devotees of several gods. Typically, Rajputs worship Shiva (the destroyer), Surya (the sun god), and Durga (the mother goddess). They also have patron gods to turn to for protection. They celebrate Dasahara, a festival dedicated to Durga. During this festival they sacrifice a buffalo to celebrate this goddess' victory over a buffalo demon.

Many Parihar Rajput Hindus are looking for self-realization and self-awareness. To find spiritual answers, Hindus often turn to gurus, who are experts in spirituality.


What Are Their Needs?

Parihar Rajputs have a strong sense of pride in their historical exploits. Even today they enjoy high status, which reinforces that pride. Pride is anathema to our Lord, and Rajputs will need to overcome this spiritual obstacle and accept the Kingdom of God like small children.


Prayer Points

Pray that the small group of believers would be united in love around the truth of Scripture. Pray the Lord would give Parihar Rajputs a spiritual hunger, then satisfy that hunger. Pray that the Parihar Rajputs would understand the value of becoming part of God's royal family. Pray for a Holy Spirit-led humility for all Rajput communities to fall at the feet of the King of kings. Pray for a movement to Christ among the Parihar Rajput community.


Scripture Prayers for the Rajput Parihar in India.


References

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Category:Rajput_clans
http://induhistory.blogspot.com/p/rajput-history.html
https://www.britannica.com/topic/Rajput
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rajput
http://allrajputyouthwing.weebly.com/muslim-rajputs-


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The Rajputs

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People Name General Rajput Parihar
People Name in Country Rajput Parihar
Natural Name Parihar Rajput
Pronunciation PAR-ee-har RAHJ-put
Alternate Names राजपूत, परिहार
Population this Country 450,000
Population all Countries 450,000
Total Countries 1
Indigenous Yes
Progress Scale 1
Unreached Yes
Frontier People Group Yes
Pioneer Workers Needed 9
PeopleID3 20419
ROP3 Code 116203
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 19
Largest States
(only 15 largest shown)
Uttar Pradesh
125,000
Madhya Pradesh
112,000
Rajasthan
107,000
Bihar
37,000
Gujarat
18,000
Uttarakhand
13,000
Himachal Pradesh
7,100
West Bengal
5,600
Maharashtra
5,200
Chhattisgarh
5,000
Jammu and Kashmir
3,700
Jharkhand
3,500
Andhra Pradesh
1,800
Delhi
1,500
Odisha
1,400
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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 19
  Uttar Pradesh 125,000
  Madhya Pradesh 112,000
  Rajasthan 107,000
  Bihar 37,000
  Gujarat 18,000
  Uttarakhand 13,000
  Himachal Pradesh 7,100
  West Bengal 5,600
  Maharashtra 5,200
  Chhattisgarh 5,000
  Jammu and Kashmir 3,700
  Jharkhand 3,500
  Andhra Pradesh 1,800
  Delhi 1,500
  Odisha 1,400
Website South Asia Peoples
Primary Religion: Hinduism
Major Religion Percent *
Buddhism
0.00 %
Christianity  (Evangelical 0.00 %)
0.00 %
Ethnic Religions
0.00 %
Hinduism
100.00 %
Islam
0.00 %
Non-Religious
0.00 %
Other / Small
0.00 %
Unknown
0.00 %
* From latest India census data.
Current Christian values may substantially differ.
Primary Language Hindi (258,000 speakers)
Language Code hin   Ethnologue Listing
Language Written Yes   ScriptSource Listing
Total Languages 31
Secondary Languages
(only 15 largest shown)
Marwari (India)
46,000
Bhojpuri
15,000
Gujarati
13,000
Mewari
12,000
Wagdi
10,000
Kanauji
7,400
Bundeli
5,000
Garhwali
3,700
Bagheli
3,100
Bengali
2,900
Dogri
2,000
Marathi
1,900
Chhattisgarhi
1,700
Punjabi, Eastern
1,700
Dhundari
1,500
Primary Language Hindi (258,000 speakers)
Language Code hin   Ethnologue Listing
Total Languages 31
Secondary Languages (only 15 largest shown)
  Marwari (India) 46,000
  Bhojpuri 15,000
  Gujarati 13,000
  Mewari 12,000
  Wagdi 10,000
  Kanauji 7,400
  Bundeli 5,000
  Garhwali 3,700
  Bagheli 3,100
  Bengali 2,900
  Dogri 2,000
  Marathi 1,900
  Chhattisgarhi 1,700
  Punjabi, Eastern 1,700
  Dhundari 1,500
People Groups Speaking Hindi

Primary Language:  Hindi

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