Rajput Atiras in Pakistan

The Rajput Atiras have only been reported in Pakistan
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Introduction / History

The Muslim Atiras Rajput people, a distinguished ethnic group, trace their lineage back to the Rajput clans of northern India. They converted to Islam several centuries ago and migrated to present-day Pakistan. Over time, they established themselves as respected landowners, warriors, and community leaders. Their history reflects a blend of Rajput warrior traditions and Islamic values, contributing significantly to the cultural and social fabric of their part of Pakistan. The Muslim Atiras Rajput people primarily reside in Punjab Province. They speak Western Punjabi.


What Are Their Lives Like?

The Atiras Rajputs engage in agriculture, owning and cultivating large tracts of land. Many families grow crops such as wheat, rice, and sugarcane and also rear livestock. Their communities are well-organized, with a strong emphasis on family honor and social cohesion. Despite facing modern economic challenges, the Atiras Rajputs maintain a traditional lifestyle, valuing their heritage and participating in community gatherings, festivals and ceremonies. Education and professional advancement are increasingly important to them, with many younger members pursuing higher education and diverse careers.


What Are Their Beliefs?

The Atiras Rajput people practice Islam, predominantly Sunni, integrating their faith into every aspect of their lives. They observe Islamic rituals, including daily prayers, fasting during Ramadan, and celebrating religious festivals such as Eid. Their belief system emphasizes values such as honor, bravery, and hospitality reflecting their Rajput heritage. The Atiras Rajput community also places a strong emphasis on family loyalty and social responsibility, ensuring that religious and cultural traditions are passed down through generations.


What Are Their Needs?

Muslim Rajputs like the Atiras associate embracing Christ with abandoning their families and communities. They are going through an identity crisis; such people desperately need the Lord s guidance. They need to see Jesus as he is and gratefully embrace him.


Prayer Points

Pray that the Lord humbles the Atiras Rajputs and they see their need for a savior who alone can forgive their sins. Pray the Lord will start a movement of Atiras Rajput families experiencing God's blessings. Pray for workers to sow God's word into Rajput families, healing and strengthening households with God's blessings. Pray that God starts and sustains a Discipleship Making Movement among this influential group of people.


Scripture Prayers for the Rajput Atiras in Pakistan.


References

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https://www.britannica.com/topic/Rajput
https://www.encyclopedia.com/social-sciences-and-law/anthropology-and-archaeology/people/rajputs
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rajput


Profile Source:   Joshua Project  

People Name General Rajput Atiras
People Name in Country Rajput Atiras
Alternate Names
Population this Country 10,000
Population all Countries 10,000
Total Countries 1
Indigenous Yes
Progress Scale 1
Unreached Yes
Frontier People Group Yes
Pioneer Workers Needed 1
PeopleID3 22446
ROP3 Code 117670
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)
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 1
  Punjab 10,000
Website South Asia Peoples

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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 Punjabi, Western (6,600 speakers)
Language Code pnb   Ethnologue Listing
Language Written Yes   ScriptSource Listing
Total Languages 4
Secondary Languages
Saraiki
2,000
Hindko, Southern
200
Urdu
200
Primary Language Punjabi, Western (6,600 speakers)
Language Code pnb   Ethnologue Listing
Total Languages 4
Secondary Languages
  Saraiki 2,000
  Hindko, Southern 200
  Urdu 200
People Groups Speaking Punjabi, Western

Primary Language:  Punjabi, Western

Bible Translation Status  (Years)
Bible-Portions Yes  (1885-1922)
Bible-New Testament Yes  (1819-2021)
Bible-Complete No
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Film / Video Indigitube.tv Video / Animation Create International
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Text / Printed Matter Cartoon Gospel tract General / Other
Text / Printed Matter Literacy primer for Punjabi, Western Literacy & Evangelism International
Text / Printed Matter Tools for faith conversations Cru
Text / Printed Matter Topical Scripture booklets and Bible studies World Missionary Press
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