Francisco Leon Zoque in Mexico

The Francisco Leon Zoque have only been reported in Mexico
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Largest Religion
Christian
Evangelical
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Introduction / History

The Zoque people in Mexico are identified by the Zoque language. They have subgroups, one of which is the Francisco Leonin. Historically, Zoque society was conquered by the Aztecs, then by the Spanish. Spanish control of territories resulted in abusive labor environments, imported foreign diseases, and the “Christianizing” of local culture. In 1922, the Zoque were given ejidos, or community lands, by the Mexican government.


What Are Their Lives Like?

Today, Francisco Leonin Zoque culture is fading into the larger Mexican heritage. Some still practice traditional ways, such as farming with digging stick and hoe. Staples of Francisco Leonin Zoque diet include chiles, corn, beans and squash. Animals, such as pigs, are bred in addition. Artisan crafts of weaving and pottery are still in practice. Some Zoque have found occupations in city construction.


What Are Their Beliefs?

While Christianity is the dominant religion, it has been syncretized with traditional spiritual beliefs.


What Are Their Needs?

The Francisco Leonin Zoque people need accessible medical clinics in their villages.


Prayer Points

Ask God to protect this people group from false doctrine.
Pray that faith would come by hearing the word of God, and for the transformation of minds and hearts.
Ask that the Zoque would follow Jesus, make and be faithful disciples, fellowship in unity, and hold fast to Biblical truth.
Pray there would come a day when the Francisco Leonin Zoque will send workers to the unreached peoples in Oaxaca.


Scripture Prayers for the Zoque, Francisco Leon in Mexico.


References

https://www.everyculture.com/Middle-America-Caribbean/Zoque-Orientation.html
MYTHOLOGIES OF THE ZOQUE/MIXE PEOPLE – Indigenous Peoples Literature (wordpress.com)
Zoque people - Wikipedia
Ejido – Wikipedia


Profile Source:   Joshua Project  

People Name General Zoque, Francisco Leon
People Name in Country Zoque, Francisco Leon
Natural Name Francisco Leon Zoque
Pronunciation frahn-CEASE-koh lay-OHN SO-kay
Alternate Names Chiapas; Francisco Leon; Francisco Leon Zoque; Zoque; Zoque Francisco Leon
Population this Country 31,000
Population all Countries 31,000
Total Countries 1
Indigenous Yes
Progress Scale 3
Unreached No
Frontier People Group No
GSEC 4  (per PeopleGroups.org)
Pioneer Workers Needed
People ID 11230
ROP3 Code 103051
ROP25 Code 309123
ROP25 Name Zoque
Country Mexico
Region America, Latin
Continent North America
10/40 Window No
National Bible Society Website
Persecution Rank 37  (Open Doors top 50 rank, 1 = highest persecution ranking)
Location in Country Four separate enclaves in 4 states; largest, northwest Mezcalapa Chiapas, into Tabasco, Veracruz-Llave, and Oaxaca, mainly near Grijalve river, Sayula area; second area, southern Mezcalapa Chiapas, Grijalve river near Argostura reservoir; third, eastern Mezcalapa Chiapas and Tabasco states, area surrounding northwest Guatemala tip, west bank, San Antonio river and Laguna de Naja; fourth, west central Mezcalapa Chiapas, upper reaches, Grijalve river.   Source:  Ethnologue 2016
Country Mexico
Region America, Latin
Continent North America
10/40 Window No
National Bible Society Website
Persecution Rank 37  (Open Doors top 50 rank, 1 = highest persecution ranking)
Location in Country Four separate enclaves in 4 states; largest, northwest Mezcalapa Chiapas, into Tabasco, Veracruz-Llave, and Oaxaca, mainly near Grijalve river, Sayula area; second area, southern Mezcalapa Chiapas, Grijalve river near Argostura reservoir; third, eastern Mezcalapa Chiapas and Tabasco states, area surrounding northwest Guatemala tip, west bank, San Antonio river and Laguna de Naja; fourth, west central Mezcalapa Chiapas, upper reaches, Grijalve river..   Source:  Ethnologue 2016

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Primary Religion: Christianity
Major Religion Percent
Buddhism
0.00 %
Christianity  (Evangelical 2.00 %)
94.00 %
Ethnic Religions
6.00 %
Hinduism
0.00 %
Islam
0.00 %
Non-Religious
0.00 %
Other / Small
0.00 %
Unknown
0.00 %
Primary Language Zoque, Francisco Leon (31,000 speakers)
Language Code zos   Ethnologue Listing
Language Written Yes   ScriptSource Listing
Total Languages 1
Primary Language Zoque, Francisco Leon (31,000 speakers)
Language Code zos   Ethnologue Listing
Total Languages 1
People Groups Speaking Zoque, Francisco Leon
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