Pasi (Hindu traditions) in India
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The Pasi have a hero's legend, yet a life of low status. The legend of the origin of the Pasi begins with a man who wished to kill some cows, sacred animals. The Hindu sage, Parashuram, was practicing spiritual discipline in the jungle when he heard the cries of the sacred cows. He rushed to help, but the cow killer was aided by his friends. So Parashuram made five men out of kusha grass and brought them to life with drops of his perspiration. The name Pasi is from the Hindi pasina (sweat). Despite this noble legend, the Pasi have "untouchable" status in South Asia, especially among other Hindus. They produce toddy, an alcoholic beverage in demand despite the fact that its use is frowned upon by both Hindus and Muslims.

Ministry Obstacles
This community lives in numerous states and speaks a number of languages, so separate church planting projects are needed for each language group.

Scripture Focus
"And a leper came to him, imploring him, and kneeling said to him, If you will, you can make me clean. Moved with pity, he stretched out his hand and touched him and said to him, I will; be clean."  Mark 1:40-41

Scripture Prayer
Pray for this people group to feel the healing touch of Christ and be cleansed from their sins.

Prayer Focus
Pray that the Pasi community will see their need to know and follow the creator God. Pray against spiritual forces of darkness that oppose the spread of his gospel. Pray for the followers of Christ who will soon emerge within the Pasi community, and that the Lord will provide them with pastors and teachers. Pray for new Pasi believers to become well-grounded in the faith, fully trusting in Christ.

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