Memon in Pakistan

People Name:	Memon
Country:	Pakistan
10/40 Window:	Yes
Population:	173,000
World Population:	859,100
Primary Language:	Sindhi
Primary Religion:	Islam
Christian Adherents:	0.00 %
Evangelicals:	0.00 %
Scripture:	Complete Bible
Ministry Resources:	Yes
Jesus Film:	Yes
Audio Recordings:	Yes
People Cluster:	South Asia Muslim - other
Affinity Bloc:	South Asian Peoples
Progress Level:

Introduction

Although the origins of the Memons are uncertain, one of the probable meanings of their name is “safe” or “at peace.” Present-day Memons are the descendants of Muslim converts from Hinduism, a conversion that took place in the mid-15th century. The Memons are a prosperous business community but, unlike the Khojas and Bohras, they are not controlled by a religious hierarchy. They are a more democratic community. In religion, the Memons are close to the Sunni Muslims of India and Pakistan. In culture, language, and vocation, they are closer to the Shia Khojas and Bohras. They are an Islamic Sunni sect that is totally unreached. There is no known Christian witness to this community.

Ministry Obstacles

Much spiritual opposition can be expected as Jesus is presented to the peoples of Pakistan. Fervent prayer is needed to overcome this opposition.

Outreach Ideas

Pray for the Followers of Christ

Pray for the Entire People Group

Pray the Memon will have an increasing desire to know the God who loves them.
Pray for gospel radio to be widely available throughout Pakistan in the languages of this people group.
Even though there are no known followers of Christ among the Memon community today, pray for those who will come to saving faith in Christ to walk in his ways.