Thathera (Hindu traditions) in India

The Thathera moved from Rajasthan in the 1800s and came to live in Rewari, located in the small north Indian state of Haryana. Today they live all over northern India. The Thathera are divided into 47 clans. They earn a living in metal work, selling and repairing of household utensils. Many are cultivators of land. In Bihar, many are jewelers. They have a caste council to settle problems regarding divorce and property rights.

Ministry Obstacles

There are probably no Christ followers among the Thathera, so whoever tries to reach them for Christ will need to gather groups of believers. That is easier said than done, but individual evangelism almost always ends with only one or two people.

Scripture Focus

"It will be said on that day, Behold, this is our God; we have waited for him, that he might save us. This is the LORD; we have waited for him; let us be glad and rejoice in his salvation."  Isaiah 25:9

Scripture Prayer

Pray that many from this people group learn to trust in the Lord’s salvation and rejoice in Him.

Prayer Focus

Pray that Christ's ambassadors will go to the Thathera in friendship and love and earn the privilege to give them the gospel. Pray for a strong movement to Christ to result in many being discipled so that they can lead victorious lives. Pray that the Holy Spirit will draw them to live without fear and that they can worship the Lord without concern about what others think.