While the origins of the Azerbaijanis, (also known as the Azeris), are unclear, we do know that they have been subjected to numerous invasions throughout their history. The homeland of the Azeris was first conquered by the Persians in the sixth century B.C. Islam was introduced into the area during the seventh century A.D. and has been practiced there ever since.
By the eleventh century, Persian influence was overpowered by Turkic influence, which explains the blending of Turkic and Persian aspects of their culture. The Azerbaijanis scattered around the same time as the Turks, between the sixth and the eleventh centuries. A small number of them live in what is now Moldova.
Islam has been part of the Azeri identity for centuries. That will not change without the Holy Spirit doing what no man can do.
There are Christ followers among the Azeris in Mondova who can reach their families and communities for Christ.
"The people dwelling in darkness have seen a great light, and for those dwelling in the region and shadow of death, on them a light has dawned." Matthew 4:16
Pray for this people group to see the light of Jesus Christ.
Pray for dedicated, Holy Spirit anointed workers to go to the Azeris wherever they live. Pray for spiritual discernment and hunger among these Shia Muslims. Pray for the Holy Spirit to move among Azeri family heads, so they will be willing to listen to the gospel with open hearts and minds. Pray for a Disciple Making Movement among Azeris in the 2020s.
People Name: | Azeri |
Pronunciation: | uh-ZARE-ee |
Country: | Moldova |
10/40 Window: | No |
Population: | 2,000 |
World Population: | 9,102,300 |
Language: | Azerbaijani, North |
Primary Religion: | Islam |
Christian Adherent: | 2.5% |
Evangelical: | 0.20% |
Bible: | Complete |
Ministry Resources: | Yes |
Jesus Film: | Yes |
Audio Recordings: | Yes |
Status: | Unreached |
Progress Level: |