Razu in India

Razu
Photo Source:  JSE Ministries India 
Map Source:  People Group data: Omid. Map geography: UNESCO / GMI. Map Design: Joshua Project.
People Name: Razu
Country: India
10/40 Window: Yes
Population: 538,000
World Population: 538,000
Primary Language: Telugu
Primary Religion: Hinduism
Christian Adherents: 0.00 %
Evangelicals: 0.00 %
Scripture: Complete Bible
Ministry Resources: Yes
Jesus Film: Yes
Audio Recordings: Yes
People Cluster: South Asia Hindu - other
Affinity Bloc: South Asian Peoples
Progress Level:

Introduction

The Razu are a landowning caste. They claim to be descendants of Rajput princes and army officers who served the various empires and dynasties of North India. The Razu received land for their military service. The Razu work as business owners and government administrators in law enforcement and as members of the Indian Armed Forces. They also own tracts of land that are frequently cultivated by lower castes. Rajput parents encourage their sons and daughters to graduate from universities and to enter into good paying professions.

Ministry Obstacles

High status is a barrier to the gospel in India. Most Christians are from modest backgrounds, and Hindus do not want to be a part of a lower social group.

Outreach Ideas

Pray for the Followers of Christ

Pray for the Entire People Group

Pray that the Lord humbles the Razu and they see their need for a savior.
Pray that the Lord will start a movement of Razu families experiencing God's blessings.
Pray for workers to sow God's word into Razu families, healing and strengthening households with God's blessings.

Text Source:   Joshua Project