Valluvan in India

The Valluvan, traditionally Hindu priests, reside in Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Kerala and Pondicherry. In Tamil Nadu, they predominantly live in villages. Due to their esteemed status, Valluvan males begin wearing the sacred thread at age twelve. The Valluvan are usually landless. While some continue in priestly roles, many have ventured into other occupations, such as business and trade. The Valluvan value education, prioritizing it for boys and, to a lesser extent, for girls. Their marriage customs include cross-cousin marriages, and they do not permit widows to remarry.

Ministry Obstacles

As Hindu priests, the Valluvan are heavily committed to the Hindu religious system.

Scripture Focus

"Let them praise the name of the LORD! For he commanded and they were created."  Psalm 148:5

Scripture Prayer

Pray that the gift of live will draw many from this people group to worshipping God only.

Prayer Focus

Pray that God will give the Valluvan dreams and visions, leading them to begin a community movement to Christ. Pray for faithful intercessors and workers. Pray that gospel materials will become readily available to them. They speak Tamil, a language with hundreds of millions of Christ followers who can reach out to them. Pray for Tamil speaking workers.