The Biar (or Bayar) community has two divisions, the Barhariya, who live north of the river Son, and the Dakkinahija, who live south of the river. These in turn are divided into several clans.
The Biar acquire spouses through middlemen. The bridegroom's father receives the dowry. Vermilion is the symbol of a married woman.
Mahadeva is the Biar's special Hindu deity. They worship Kali, Deeh and Aminal Devi as village deities. A Guru Bhagi performs the sacred duties of the community. Their major festivals include Ram Navami, Nag Panchami, Dussehra, Diwali, Til Sankranti and Holi.
Perhaps gospel radio in the languages of the Biar people will be widely available in the districts where the Biar live. We need to pray for the resources needed for this.
Pray the Biar will be spiritually prepared for these broadcasts, to listen and understand.
May the Holy Spirit be their teacher, drawing them to the loving savior!
Pray the Biar community will hunger to know the one true God, and they won't be satisfied with anything less.
Pray for loving and anointed workers to go to the Biar people.
Scripture Prayers for the Biar (Hindu traditions) in India.
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