Kumhar Magahia in India

People Name:	Kumhar Magahia
Country:	India
10/40 Window:	Yes
Population:	208,000
World Population:	209,400
Primary Language:	Odia
Primary Religion:	Hinduism
Christian Adherents:	0.01 %
Evangelicals:	0.00 %
Scripture:	Complete Bible
Ministry Resources:	Yes
Jesus Film:	Yes
Audio Recordings:	Yes
People Cluster:	South Asia Hindu - Kumhar
Affinity Bloc:	South Asian Peoples
Progress Level:

Introduction

The Magahia live in Odisha, and they own and cultivate land. Part of the greater Kumhar group who are traditionally potters, the Magahia are well educated, and some work in business. A caste council looks after their needs. They eat meat, fish, eggs and rice. The Magahia are monogamous and marriages are arranged by discussion and mutual consent. They do not allow for divorce but widows and widowers can marry again. After the death of the father, the sons inherit the property. The Magahia practice Hinduism, the ancient religion of India. They visit Hindu temples and offer prayers, food, flowers and incense to their gods hoping to gain protection and benefits. The Magahia Kumhar speak several languages, each of which has gospel materials.

Ministry Obstacles

With only about one in a thousand Magahia following Christ, they will need to hear the gospel from outsiders.

Outreach Ideas

Pray for the Followers of Christ

Pray for the Entire People Group

Pray that the council leaders come to Jesus Christ and lead their community into a movement to Christ.
Pray that gospel materials and the internet lead the Magahia Kumhar to start their own Discovery Bible groups.
Pray for faithful intercessors and workers who will go to them.