Bhandari in India

Bhandari in India According to the mythology of the Bhandai, they were in charge of the treasures of Lord Indra during Saryug and left for Sindh during the battle between the aryas or devas (gods) and rakshasas (demons). Widow remarriage is allowed. Bhandari women play a vital role in social, religious, spiritual, and economic pursuits. Amba Mata is their caste deity, Gotrej their kul deity, and Holi Mata and Lakshmi Mata are their village deities. Ministry Obstacles Hinduism is interwoven in all of Bhandari life. Any attempt to share a different religious view will probably be viewed with suspicion or hostility. Outreach Ideas Focused prayer and sustained effort will be needed to reach this community with the Gospel. They probably won't be reached without intentional effort. Pray for the followers of Christ There are no known believers today, but pray for those the Lord will draw to himself. They will need prayer support. Pray for the entire people group Please pray this group will be taught by God's Spirit they need forgiveness for their sin. Pray He will then teach them about Christ. Scripture Focus "But indeed, as I live, all the earth will be filled with the glory of the Lord." Numbers 14:21		People Name: Bhandari Country: India 10/40 Window: Yes Population: 614,000 World Population: 614,000 Language: Oriya Primary Religion: Hinduism Bible: Complete Online Audio NT: Yes Jesus Film: Yes Audio Recordings: Yes Christ Followers: Few, less than 2% Status: Unreached Progress Level: 1.1