Shihuh, Al-Shihuh of Oman

Shihuh, Al-Shihuh of Oman The Shihuh are fishermen and herdsmen and are probably descended from the original inhabitants of northern Oman, pushed into the mountains by successive Muslim and Portuguese invasions. The land in which they live is rocky and arid, with very little vegetation. Their stone houses are called bayt al qufl, which means "cave house", since they are partly underground. Until about the early 1970s, the tribe was isolated from the outside world. They did not trust outsiders, and it was common for visitors at that time to have stones thrown at them by tribesmen. Nowadays, the Shihu are no longer hostile to outsiders, but neither are they particularly friendly. Ministry Obstacles Much of the region is not hospitable to Christian outreach. Outreach Ideas Much sustained prayer is needed to prepare hearts, and to create desire to search for the peace found in Christ. Pray for the followers of Christ There are no known Christian believers among this people at this time. Pray for hearts to begin to hunger for the forgiveness of sin found only in trust in the finished work of Jesus Christ. Pray for the entire people group Pray for sufficient rainfall to provide for livestock, and to grow grain needed for food. Scripture Focus "And those who lead many to righteousness [will shine] like the stars for ever and ever." Daniel 12:3		People Name: Shihuh, Al-Shihuh Country: Oman 10/40 Window: Yes Population: 30,000 World Population: 49,000 Language: Arabic, Shihhi Spoken Primary Religion: Islam Bible: None Online Audio NT: No Jesus Film: No Audio Recordings: Yes Christ Followers: Few, less than 2% Status: Unreached Progress Level: 1.1