Shabak in Iraq
shah-BAHK

The Shabak, a Muslim ethnic group, are farmers on the Nineveh Plains. They live in a geographical conflict zone, surrounded by the cultural fault lines between Kurds and Arabs. The post-US invasion brought in new factors of conflict among major groups vying for power, authority and wealth. In 2014, ISIS swept across the Nineveh Plains, targeting religious and ethnic groups. Communities and villages were emptied as people fled. When the towns were liberated in 2016 and 2018, people returned to a demolished landscape. The Catholic Church has returned to Mosul, and there is a university with over 70,000 students. Believers there, and young people with fresh ideas for the future, could work together to bring the hope of the gospel to the Shabak.

Ministry Obstacles
Though there has been progress in the restabilizing of life on the Nineveh Plains, many lack confidence in the future.

Scripture Focus
"The LORD has bared his holy arm before the eyes of all the nations, and all the ends of the earth shall see the salvation of our God."  Isaiah 52:10

Scripture Prayer
Pray for today’s people group to share in the victory of the Lord by becoming part of His family.

Prayer Focus
Pray for the Holy Spirit to move across the Nineveh Plains, whispering into hearts the truth that only God is sovereign, and only in him are lives of true victory possible.

People Name:	Shabak
Pronunciation:	shah-BAHK
Country:	Iraq
10/40 Window:	Yes
Population:	250,000
World Population:	250,000
Primary Language:	Shabak
Primary Religion:	Islam
Scripture:	Unspecified
Ministry Resources:	No
Jesus Film:	No
Audio Recordings:	No
Christ Followers:	Few, less than 2%
Status:	Unreached
Progress Level:

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