Lassi in Pakistan

The Lassi have only been reported in Pakistan
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Introduction / History

The Lassi people, an ethnic group in Pakistan, trace their origins to the ancient tribes of Balochistan. Over centuries, they established themselves as skilled agriculturists and traders. Historically, the Lassi played crucial roles in the region's economic and social fabric, contributing significantly to the development of local markets and agricultural practices. Their culture reflects a blend of Balochi traditions and influences from neighboring ethnic communities. Today, the Lassi people primarily reside in the rural areas of Sindh and Balochistan provinces. Their language, Lasi, is a Sindhi language that borrows words from Persian and Baloch.


What Are Their Lives Like?

The Lassi people engage in farming, animal husbandry and trade as their main sources of livelihood. They grow crops such as wheat, rice and vegetables while also raising livestock. Their communities are close-knit, with extended families living together and supporting each other. Despite facing economic challenges and limited access to modern amenities, the Lassi maintain their traditional way of life, enjoying cultural events that include music, dance and great food.

The Lassi value their cultural identity and pass down their customs and traditions through generations, ensuring the preservation of their unique heritage.


What Are Their Beliefs?

The Lassi people practice Islam, predominantly Sunni, and their faith plays a central role in their daily lives. They observe Islamic rituals and traditions, including daily prayers, fasting during Ramadan, and celebrating religious festivals such as Eid. Their belief system also incorporates elements of their indigenous religion, since they don t think Allah can help them with their practical needs.


What Are Their Needs?

The Lassi people face several pressing needs that require attention to improve their quality of life. Access to quality education remains a critical need, as many children in rural areas lack educational opportunities. Improved healthcare services are essential, given the limited availability of medical facilities and high rates of preventable diseases in rural Pakistan. Economic support through agricultural innovation, market access, and vocational training can enhance their livelihoods. Infrastructure development, including better roads, clean water supply, and electricity will also benefit the Lassi community. Addressing these needs will enable the Lassi people to achieve socio-economic progress.


Prayer Points

Pray the hearts of the Lassi people would be stirred to hunger after God, to drink of living water.
Pray for family-based disciple-making movements to soon transform Lassi society, blessing them spiritually and economically.
Pray for the Lord to move in the hearts of believers to give up their own rights and sacrifice their lives to see the Lassi people blessed by the work of Jesus Christ, the only savior.
Pray for an abundant blessing of Lassi families and communities as they embrace Jesus Christ, the Lord of lords.


Scripture Prayers for the Lassi in Pakistan.


References

AI generated
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lasi_dialect_(Sindhi)


Profile Source:   Joshua Project  

People Name General Lassi
People Name in Country Lassi
Alternate Names Mangi; लस्सी
Population this Country 181,000
Population all Countries 181,000
Total Countries 1
Indigenous Yes
Progress Scale 1
Unreached Yes
Frontier People Group Yes
GSEC 0  (per PeopleGroups.org)
Pioneer Workers Needed 4
PeopleID3 13002
ROP3 Code 105663
Country Pakistan
Region Asia, South
Continent Asia
10/40 Window Yes
National Bible Society Website
Persecution Rank 7  (Open Doors top 50 rank, 1 = highest persecution ranking)
Total States on file 2
Largest States
Balochistan
180,000
Sindh
300
Country Pakistan
Region Asia, South
Continent Asia
10/40 Window Yes
National Bible Society Website
Persecution Rank 7  (Open Doors top 50 rank, 1 = highest persecution ranking)
Total States 2
  Balochistan 180,000
  Sindh 300
Website South Asia Peoples
Primary Religion: Islam
Major Religion Percent *
Buddhism
0.00 %
Christianity  (Evangelical 0.00 %)
0.00 %
Ethnic Religions
0.00 %
Hinduism
0.00 %
Islam
100.00 %
Non-Religious
0.00 %
Other / Small
0.00 %
Unknown
0.00 %
* From latest Pakistan census data.
Current Christian values may substantially differ.
Primary Language Lasi (86,000 speakers)
Language Code lss   Ethnologue Listing
Language Written Unknown
Total Languages 10
Secondary Languages
Jadgali
33,000
Balochi, Southern
22,000
Sindhi
19,000
Brahui
11,000
Balochi, Eastern
2,600
Urdu
1,800
Balochi, Western
700
Saraiki
400
Pashto, Southern
100
Primary Language Lasi (86,000 speakers)
Language Code lss   Ethnologue Listing
Total Languages 10
Secondary Languages
  Jadgali 33,000
  Balochi, Southern 22,000
  Sindhi 19,000
  Brahui 11,000
  Balochi, Eastern 2,600
  Urdu 1,800
  Balochi, Western 700
  Saraiki 400
  Pashto, Southern 100
People Groups Speaking Lasi

Primary Language:  Lasi

Bible Translation Status:  Unspecified

Resource Type Resource Name Source
General Bible for Children Bible for Children
Map Source People Group data: Omid. Map geography: UNESCO / GMI. Map Design: Joshua Project  
Profile Source Joshua Project 
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