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Pinjara in India
pin-JAR-ah
In Exodus 26, God instructs Moses regarding the tabernacle details, including using a skilled worker to do the weaving. The Pinjara derives its name from the term pinjala, meaning "cotton weaver." Traditionally, they clean and reel cotton to make pillows, quilts, and mattresses. As both skilled and unskilled workers, they occupy a higher status than "unclean" communities. Although the Pinjaras are Muslim, they celebrate Hindu festivals, making vows to Hindu gods. They are not vegetarian, but they do not eat pork.
Ministry Obstacles
Very little ministry activity has focused on the Pinjara. Pinjara are not well accepted because they blend two belief systems. Many Urdu resources are available, although there is a severe lack of workers for this sizable Muslim group.
Scripture Focus
"And he awoke and rebuked the wind and said to the sea, Peace! Be still! And the wind ceased, and there was a great calm." Mark 4:39
Scripture Prayer
Pray that the Lord brings His peace that passes all understanding into the hearts of this people group.
Prayer Focus
Pray for the Holy Spirit to stir hunger for God in the hearts of the Pinjara in India.
Pray for a spiritual hunger that will lead them into a movement to Christ.
Pray for the Lord to move in the hearts of believers to sacrifice their lives to see the Pinjara blessed through the sacrifice of Jesus Christ, the only Savior.
Pray that the Pinjara will be woven into God's family through the work of Jesus Christ.
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| People Name: |
Pinjara |
| Pronunciation: |
pin-JAR-ah |
| Country: |
India |
| 10/40 Window: |
Yes |
| Population: |
3,342,000 |
| World Population: |
3,617,000 |
| Primary Language: |
Urdu |
| Primary Religion: |
Islam |
| Scripture: |
Complete Bible |
| Ministry Resources: |
Yes |
| Jesus Film: |
Yes |
| Audio Recordings: |
Yes |
| Christ Followers: |
Few, less than 2% |
| Status: |
Unreached |
| Progress Level: |
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