People
Who they are
The inhabitants of the Lakshadweep archipelago live on remote atolls in the Arabian Sea, off the southwestern coast of India. With a strong maritime heritage, this island people has developed traditions deeply shaped by tuna fishing and coconut harvesting. Their society is almost entirely Muslim and closely knit, preserving unique local customs and the Malayalam language in a daily life marked by geographic isolation.
Where they live
1
Country
65K
Population
| Country | Share of the people | Population |
|---|---|---|
India Unreached
|
100%
|
65.000 |
Religions of the unreached
Islam99.9%
Hinduism0.1%
Unknown< 0.1%
Other / Small< 0.1%
Christianity0%
Buddhism0%
The Bible in this people's language
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Malayalam
Complete Bible
- Translation started Done
- Portions Done
- New Testament Done
- Whole Bible Current stage
Audio recordings Available
Jesus Film Available
Translation data: Joshua Project.
Gospel progress among the unreached
Christians (all traditions)0%
What to pray for
Intercede for this people
For bridges of friendship to break through the geographic isolation of the people of Lakshadweep.
For access to the gospel message and the Scriptures in the Malayalam language and its island dialects.
For the revelation of Christ's love in the homes and communities of the archipelago.
For the emergence of the first witnesses and communities of faith among the island people.
Pray for Lakshadweep
Intercede for this people alongside Christians around the world.
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