Gardi (Muslim traditions) in Pakistan

The Gardi (Muslim traditions) have only been reported in Pakistan
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* Data can be from various sources including official census, agencies, and local research. Data from these sources can sometimes differ even by orders of magnitude. Joshua Project attempts to present a conservative, balanced estimate.

Introduction / History

The Gardi people, originally from the regions of Central Asia, have a long history. They migrated to Pakistan centuries ago, settling primarily in the northwestern parts of the country. Historically known as warriors and mercenaries, the Gardi have transitioned over time to agricultural and pastoral lifestyles. They live in Pakistan and speak a Sindhi language.


What Are Their Lives Like?

The Gardi people live in rural and semi-urban areas, engaging in agriculture and livestock herding. They cultivate crops and raise animals, which form the backbone of their economy.

Despite facing economic challenges, they maintain strong family ties and community support. Education holds value within the community, but many struggle with limited access to quality schooling. They often come together for cultural events and communal activities, reinforcing their sense of identity and belonging.


What Are Their Beliefs?

The Gardi people practice Sunni Islam, which deeply influences their daily lives and community practices. They observe Islamic rituals, including the five daily prayers, fasting during Ramadan, and celebrating Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha. Local mosques serve as central hubs for worship and social gatherings, where religious leaders provide spiritual guidance and lead communal prayers.


What Are Their Needs?

The Gardi community faces several significant challenges, including limited access to education, healthcare and economic opportunities. Many families live in poverty, struggling to improve their living standards. They need better educational infrastructure and resources to ensure their children receive quality education. Access to reliable healthcare services is also crucial, along with initiatives that create sustainable economic opportunities to uplift their community.


Prayer Points

Pray for their needs to be met in such a way they will give God the glory.
Pray for the Lord to give Gardi farmers a record crop this year as a testimony of his power and love.
Pray for Gardi family leaders to have dreams of the risen Christ that will open their hearts to seeking Jesus.
Pray for loving workers who will stay with them until they have their own movement to Christ.


Scripture Prayers for the Gardi (Muslim traditions) in Pakistan.


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Profile Source:   Joshua Project  

People Name General Gardi (Muslim traditions)
People Name in Country Gardi (Muslim traditions)
Alternate Names Gardhi; Garri; गार्दी (मुस्लिम ट्रेडिशन्स)
Population this Country 2,100
Population all Countries 2,100
Total Countries 1
Indigenous Yes
Progress Scale 1
Unreached Yes
Frontier People Group Yes
Pioneer Workers Needed 1
PeopleID3 16792
ROP3 Code 112054
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 4
Largest States
Sindh
1,900
Azad Kashmir
200
Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa
40
Punjab
30
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 4
  Sindh 1,900
  Azad Kashmir 200
  Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa 40
  Punjab 30
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 Sindhi (1,000 speakers)
Language Code snd   Ethnologue Listing
Language Written Yes   ScriptSource Listing
Total Languages 7
Secondary Languages
Urdu
800
Hindko, Northern
100
Pahari-Potwari
60
Dhatki
40
Punjabi, Western
30
Kashmiri
20
Primary Language Sindhi (1,000 speakers)
Language Code snd   Ethnologue Listing
Total Languages 7
Secondary Languages
  Urdu 800
  Hindko, Northern 100
  Pahari-Potwari 60
  Dhatki 40
  Punjabi, Western 30
  Kashmiri 20
People Groups Speaking Sindhi

Primary Language:  Sindhi

Bible Translation Status  (Years)
Bible-Portions Yes  (1825-1981)
Bible-New Testament Yes  (1890-1992)
Bible-Complete Yes  (1954)
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YouVersion NT (www.bible.com) Online
Possible Print Bibles
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Forum Bible Agencies
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Resource Type Resource Name Source
Audio Recordings Audio Bible teaching Global Recordings Network
Audio Recordings Recorded oral Bible Oral Bibles
Film / Video Indigitube.tv Video / Animation Create International
Film / Video Jesus Film: view in Sindhi Jesus Film Project
Film / Video Magdalena video Jesus Film Project
Film / Video The Hope Video Mars Hill Media
Film / Video World Christian Videos World Christian Videos
General Bible for Children Bible for Children
General Bible in text or audio or video Internet Publishing Sevice
General Bible in text or audio or video South Asia Bibles
General Biblical answers to your questions Got Questions Ministry
General Faith Comes By Hearing - Bible in text or audio or video Faith Comes by Hearing
General Faith Comes By Hearing - Bible in text or audio or video Faith Comes by Hearing
General Scripture Earth Gospel resources links Scripture Earth
General YouVersion Bible versions in text and/or audio YouVersion Bibles
Mobile App Android Bible app: Sindhi YouVersion Bibles
Mobile App Download audio Bible app as APK file Faith Comes by Hearing
Mobile App iOS Bible app: Sindhi YouVersion Bibles
Text / Printed Matter Literacy primer for Sindhi Literacy & Evangelism International
Text / Printed Matter Topical Scripture booklets and Bible studies World Missionary Press
Map Source People Group data: Omid. Map geography: UNESCO / GMI. Map Design: Joshua Project  
Profile Source Joshua Project 
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