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Namasudra, Hindu of Bangladesh
Some Namasudra own land and are engaged in cultivation, but a large number are daily-wage workers. Rickshaw-pulling, poultry farming and goat-rearing are secondary occupations. They profess Hinduism, and worship Lakshmi and Parameshwar. Their literacy rate, according to the 1981 census, is 29%.
Ministry Obstacles
The effective literacy rate may well be less than 29%. If the Gospel of Christ comes to them only in printed form the literacy rate will be a problem.
Outreach Ideas
Oral communication of the good news of Christ may be most appropriate. Stories from Scripture, Gospel radio, films, and recordings will all be useful.
Pray for the followers of Christ
There are a few people in the Namasudra community who identify themselves as Christians. Pray they will come to truly trust in Christ, and follow Him obediently. Pray they understand that to be a Christian means more than cultural identification.
Pray for the entire people group
Pray the Namasudra community will make schooling a priority for their children, and will be able to care adequately for their families. Pray for health care, clean water, and sufficient food.
Scripture Focus
"And those who lead many to righteousness [will shine] like the stars for ever and ever." Daniel 12:3
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People Name: |
Namasudra, Hindu |
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Country: |
Bangladesh |
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10/40 Window: |
Yes |
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Population: |
3,148,000 |
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World Population: |
8,222,000 |
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Language: |
Bengali |
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Primary Religion: |
Hinduism |
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Bible: |
Complete |
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Online Audio NT: |
No |
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Jesus Film: |
Yes |
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Audio Recordings: |
Yes |
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Christ Followers: |
Few, less than 2% |
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Status: |
Unreached |
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Progress Level: |
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