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Barua in Bangladesh
Magh Baruas are renowned for their cooking, with traditional recipes handed down through generations. They also engage in farming, fishing, and hunting. In the past 20 years, education levels among them have improved. Many Barua men and women have obtained jobs as office workers, teachers, and administrators. The Barua are a Bengali-speaking Magh ethnic group residing in the Chittagong division of Bangladesh, West Bengal in India, and Rakhine state in Myanmar, where they are referred to as the Magh Barua.
Ministry Obstacles
The Barua have a Buddhist background, but their beliefs are changing today. Unfortunately, they are being exposed to Hinduism, not the saving gospel. Unless gospel workers go to them, they will turn to the gods of Hinduism rather than the only savior of mankind.
Scripture Focus
"But he answered, It is written, Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that comes from the mouth of God." Matthew 4:4
Scripture Prayer
Pray that today’s people group to learn and understand that the Bible comes from the mouth and mind of the one, true God.
Prayer Focus
Pray for God to show himself powerful and loving by providing for their needs.
Pray that the Barua will have a spiritual hunger that will open their hearts to the King of kings.
Pray for workers who are driven by the love and boldness of the Holy Spirit to go to them.
Pray for a movement to Christ among them.
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| People Name: |
Barua |
| Country: |
Bangladesh |
| 10/40 Window: |
Yes |
| Population: |
36,000 |
| World Population: |
37,900 |
| Primary Language: |
Chittagonian |
| Primary Religion: |
Buddhism |
| Scripture: |
New Testament |
| Ministry Resources: |
Yes |
| Jesus Film: |
Yes |
| Audio Recordings: |
Yes |
| Christ Followers: |
Few, less than 2% |
| Status: |
Unreached |
| Progress Level: |
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