People
Who they are
The Hmar are a people of northeastern India, with the largest numbers in Manipur, Mizoram and Assam. Folk songs say their ancestors came from a place called Sinlung, thought to be in China, and that famine forced them to migrate. The word “hmar” means “north”. They are known for their courage and brightly colored clothing.
A Welsh missionary brought the gospel to the Hmar in 1910.
Where they live
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Country
104K
Population
| Country | Share of the people | Population |
|---|---|---|
India Superficially reached
|
100%
|
103.000 |
How they live
The Hmar live across vast areas that are difficult to reach by road. Most unmarried Hmar women weave. One traditional cloth is red and striped, with two black stripes in the center. Other designs resemble flocks of birds, fishbones and a twining plant. Some of these garments are being worn less often.
What they believe
Each Hmar village has several churches. Christianity also changed education and customs, and the habit of drinking is disappearing as a result of the change in faith. The Hmar language had never been written before missionaries began writing it using the Latin alphabet. Previously, each clan had its own dialect; missionary work created a common language.
The Bible in this people's language
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Hmar
Complete Bible
- Translation started Done
- Portions Done
- New Testament Done
- Whole Bible Current stage
Audio recordings Available
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Translation data: Joshua Project.
Gospel progress among the unreached
Christians (all traditions)98.9%
Needs
Poor roads leave many communities isolated. In some places, there have been wars over territory with other peoples. The Hmar are called to bring the gospel to other peoples of South Asia, and they need the Holy Spirit to work within their own families.
What to pray for
Intercede for this people
Pray for better roads to Hmar villages that are difficult to reach.
Pray for peace between the Hmar and neighboring peoples where there are land disputes.
Pray for the Holy Spirit to work within Hmar families.
Pray for Hmar Christians to bring the gospel to neighboring peoples.
Pray for churches in Hmar villages to teach the Bible to younger generations.
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