Rajput Bhatti (Hindu traditions) in India


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Introduction / History

The Rajput Bhatti Hindus live primarily in northern India. They claim to be descendants of Yadu, the founder of the Yadava dynasty who ruled a kingdom for five hundred years in central India. The Bhatti are proud of the their military traditions. They often served as feudal lords and ruled over land areas under a ruling prince. The Rajput Bhatti are also known for building Hindu temples and large mansions that tourists can see today. The Bhatti consider themselves to be Kshatriyas, the second highest Varna or caste in Hinduism.

Indian independence from Britain in 1947 brought major changes to the Bhatti. Many still serve as officers and soldiers in the Indian Army. Many others have gone into occupations in administration, science, medicine, government, journalism, banking and trade. Today many Bhatti still own land and work as farmers and employ other lower castes as laborers.

The primary language of the Rajput Bhatti is Hindi. Since they value and obtain a higher education, most speak English as well. They also speak other regional languages of India.


Where Are they Located?

The Rajput Bhatti live throughout the nation of India. They are concentrated in the Indian states of Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Punjab, and Himachal Pradesh and in the capital territory of Delhi.


What Are Their Lives Like?

The Rajput Bhatti live diverse lives in modern India. Some live in cities and enjoy the conveniences of modern life while others still live in rural villages. The urban dwellers encourage their children to get university degrees and to enter professional careers.

Wheat is the main crop of Bhatti farmers. It is their main source of food along with seasonal fruits and vegetables. They also raise animals or meat and dairy products. Some Bhatti are vegetarians and others eat meat except for beef.

The Rajput Bhatti are endogamous, that is they marry within their group. Families arrange marriages within the consent of the young people. Unfortunately, rural Bhatti girls are frequently married off when they are young. Sons inherit the father's property with the eldest son receiving the parents' home.


What Are Their Beliefs?

The Rajput Bhatti are some of India's most devout Hindus. Hinduism is the complex, ancient religion and culture of India. The one reality, Brahman, is worshipped and served in millions of different forms. The goal of Hinduism is release from the infinite cycle or being born and reborn, samsara. One gains this relief or Moksha through performing rituals and good deeds. Bhatti pay special attention to Ganesha, the god who removes obstacles and patron god of arts and sciences.

The Rajput Bhatti participate in the yearly Hindu festivals of Holi, the festival of colors, Diwali, the festival of lights and Navratri, the nine-day celebration in autumn.


What Are Their Needs?

The Rajput Bhatti are going through an identity crisis. They can no longer depend on land ownership or military careers, especially with the Indian government reserving prestigious jobs for "backward" (i.e., underprivileged) castes. Christians with the right skills can help them during this time of transition. Most of all, the Bhatti need to hear the gospel of Christ in a way they can understand.


Prayer Points

Pray for the Rajput Bhatti to increasingly grow in awareness of Jesus, his life and his sacrifice for them.
Pray the Lord will give them a spiritual hunger, and then satisfy that hunger.
Pray that these people will understand the value of becoming part of God's royal family.
Pray for a Holy Spirit led humility for all Rajput communities to fall at the feet of the King of kings.


Scripture Prayers for the Rajput Bhatti (Hindu traditions) in India.


References

en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bhatti_Rajput
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bhati
geni.com/surnames/bhatti


Profile Source:   David Kugel  

The Rajputs

Source:  Asia Harvest      Download

People Name General Rajput Bhatti (Hindu traditions)
People Name in Country Rajput Bhatti (Hindu traditions)
Pronunciation RAHJ-put buh-TEE
Alternate Names Bargala Rajput; Bhati Rajput; राजपूत, भाटी
Population this Country 1,004,000
Population all Countries 1,005,000
Total Countries 2
Indigenous Yes
Progress Scale 1
Unreached Yes
Frontier People Group Yes
Pioneer Workers Needed 20
PeopleID3 20381
ROP3 Code 116165
Country India
Region Asia, South
Continent Asia
10/40 Window Yes
National Bible Society Website
Persecution Rank 11  (Open Doors top 50 rank, 1 = highest persecution ranking)
Total States on file 22
Largest States
(only 15 largest shown)
Haryana
167,000
Delhi
141,000
Uttar Pradesh
133,000
Bihar
124,000
Punjab
93,000
Himachal Pradesh
61,000
Gujarat
58,000
Madhya Pradesh
48,000
Uttarakhand
41,000
Rajasthan
38,000
Maharashtra
22,000
West Bengal
20,000
Jharkhand
14,000
Jammu and Kashmir
13,000
Chhattisgarh
8,100
Districts Interactive map, listing and data download
Specialized Website South Asia Peoples
Country India
Region Asia, South
Continent Asia
10/40 Window Yes
National Bible Society Website
Persecution Rank 11  (Open Doors top 50 rank, 1 = highest persecution ranking)
Total States 22  (only 20 largest shown)
  Haryana 167,000
  Delhi 141,000
  Uttar Pradesh 133,000
  Bihar 124,000
  Punjab 93,000
  Himachal Pradesh 61,000
  Gujarat 58,000
  Madhya Pradesh 48,000
  Uttarakhand 41,000
  Rajasthan 38,000
  Maharashtra 22,000
  West Bengal 20,000
  Jharkhand 14,000
  Jammu and Kashmir 13,000
  Chhattisgarh 8,100
Website South Asia Peoples
Primary Religion: Hinduism
Major Religion Percent *
Buddhism
0.00 %
Christianity  (Evangelical 0.00 %)
0.00 %
Ethnic Religions
0.00 %
Hinduism
100.00 %
Islam
0.00 %
Non-Religious
0.00 %
Other / Small
0.00 %
Unknown
0.00 %
* From latest India census data.
Current Christian values may substantially differ.
Primary Language Hindi (561,000 speakers)
Language Code hin   Ethnologue Listing
Language Written Yes   ScriptSource Listing
Total Languages 38
Secondary Languages
(only 15 largest shown)
Punjabi, Eastern
74,000
Bhojpuri
51,000
Gujarati
42,000
Marwari (India)
24,000
Haryanvi
23,000
Mewari
13,000
Mandeali
13,000
Bengali
11,000
Marathi
8,400
Wagdi
7,900
Garhwali
7,600
Pahari, Mahasu
7,300
Dogri
6,900
Kangri
6,300
Maithili
4,200
Primary Language Hindi (561,000 speakers)
Language Code hin   Ethnologue Listing
Total Languages 38
Secondary Languages (only 15 largest shown)
  Punjabi, Eastern 74,000
  Bhojpuri 51,000
  Gujarati 42,000
  Marwari (India) 24,000
  Haryanvi 23,000
  Mewari 13,000
  Mandeali 13,000
  Bengali 11,000
  Marathi 8,400
  Wagdi 7,900
  Garhwali 7,600
  Pahari, Mahasu 7,300
  Dogri 6,900
  Kangri 6,300
  Maithili 4,200
People Groups Speaking Hindi

Primary Language:  Hindi

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