The Adyghe, also called the Circassians, once dominated the ethnic groups in Russia's northwest Caucasus. The Russian conquest of the region and the Great Revolt between 1825 and 1864, resulted in a mass exodus of the Circassians, called one of the greatest mass exoduses in modern history. The displaced Circassians moved to Turkey and many parts of the Ottoman Empire, including the Middle East. Nearly one and a half million Circassians abandoned their ancient homeland, leaving behind scattered remnant communities. Many Circassians became Christianized under Georgian and Byzantine influence in the 6th century. However, under the growing influence of the Ottomans, Islam gradually replaced Christianity.
It's very difficult to access the Adyghe people in Turkey. Christian television, radio and websites prove valuable tools to reach these people. Adyghe people have easy access to these avenues of communication. They can respond to the gospel if they have the spiritual desire.
Pray for peace in the troubled Caucasus region.
The re-migration of the Circassians to the Caucasus is underway. Pray for better conditions for those returning to their homeland and for the gospel to be carried back to their nations.
Pray for them to have the spiritual hunger it takes to embrace Christ no matter what the cost.
Scripture Prayers for the Adyghe in Türkiye (Turkey).
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