Halwai (Muslim traditions) in India

People Name:	Halwai (Muslim traditions)
Country:	India
10/40 Window:	Yes
Population:	193,000
World Population:	219,000
Primary Language:	Hindi
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

The Halwai get their name from the word halwa, which is a “sweetmeat made from sugar, flour and butter.” The Halwai are famous as a caste of confectioners and sweet shop owners. A large majority of Halwai are Hindus but some in India are Muslims. The Halwai still maintain their occupation in many places of India as sweet shop owners and sellers of sweets and, sometimes, tobacco. Because their halwa is often eaten at weddings and festivals, they have a relatively high social status. The smaller Muslim Halwai can also be found in any number of service or labor jobs.

Ministry Obstacles

Muslim Halwai have no Christ followers among them, and they live in some of South Asia’s most gospel starved locations. Few will ever hear the gospel unless someone makes a major effort.

Outreach Ideas

Pray for the Followers of Christ

Pray for the Entire People Group

Pray for a movement of Jesus to heal and strengthen Muslim Halwai communities.
Pray for the Halwai to understand and embrace that Jesus wants to bless their families and neighborhoods.
Pray additionally for believers from among the Halwai to arise and change their society.
Pray for a movement in which the Holy Spirit leads and empowers disciples to make more disciples.