Lunia (Hindu traditions) in India
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The name Lunia comes from Lun or Nun meaning "moist," and is the name for sea salt. Hindu society classes Lunia as the lowest of the four caste blocks. Lunia farm, build roads and railways, do construction work, and dig wells. Many are farmers on small plots of land that they own. A select few work in government as political leaders and in private occupations. Lunias marry only among their sub-caste or subgroup. They accept both adult and child marriages. The bridegroom goes to the home of his bride, marries her, and the young couple live in the house of the groom's parents. Typically, marriages are arranged by negotiation. The Lunia live in Uttar Pradesh and Bihar. A small number live in West Bengal, Bangladesh, and Nepal.

Ministry Obstacles
The Lunia live in some of South Asia's most gospel-poor regions. Few will ever meet a Christian who truly follows the Lamb of God.

Scripture Focus
"But they who wait for the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles; they shall run and not be weary; they shall walk and not faint."  Isaiah 40:31

Scripture Prayer
Make this your prayer for today’s people group.

Prayer Focus
Pray that doors will open wide to the JESUS Film and that much fruit, including house churches, will abound. Pray for a major mobilization of prayer worldwide for the Lunia. Pray for entire clans and extended Lunia families to embrace the Savior and begin house churches. May the Lunia understand and embrace that Jesus wants to bless their families and neighborhoods.

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