Greek in Ethiopia
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| People Name: | Greek |
| Country: | Ethiopia |
| 10/40 Window: | Yes |
| Population: | 1,100 |
| World Population: | 10,375,900 |
| Primary Language: | Greek |
| Primary Religion: | Christianity |
| Christian Adherents: | 91.00 % |
| Evangelicals: | 0.40 % |
| Scripture: | Complete Bible |
| Ministry Resources: | Yes |
| Jesus Film: | Yes |
| Audio Recordings: | Yes |
| People Cluster: | Greek |
| Affinity Bloc: | Eurasian Peoples |
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Introduction / History
Greeks came to Ethiopia during the days of the Greek Empire. More came during the Roman Empire. Others came in the 1700s.
Today, most live in Addis Ababa, and the city of Dire Dawa. Because many left in the 1970s, they have a small population in Ethiopia.
What Are Their Lives Like?
Greeks in Ethiopia have their own school and a Greek Orthodox Church. Greeks are trying to take advantage of investment opportunities in Ethiopia.
What Are Their Beliefs?
Their religion is Greek Orthodox. The Greek Orthodox Church adheres to basic Christian teachings, but people usually gravitate to traditions. This sometimes gets their hearts and minds off the Living Lord.
What Are Their Needs?
They are religious but lack understanding of the gospel and a close relationship with the living God.
Prayer Points
Pray for revival in the Greek Orthodox church leading many to put all their faith in Jesus Christ.
Pray for Greek disciples to make more disciples in Ethiopia.
Pray that soon Greek Christians will be salt and light in Ethiopia, drawing Muslims to the only savior.
Reference
Hope for Europe
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ethiopian_Greeks