Greek in Cyprus
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| People Name: | Greek |
| Country: | Cyprus |
| 10/40 Window: | No |
| Population: | 21,000 |
| World Population: | 10,378,900 |
| Primary Language: | Greek |
| Primary Religion: | Christianity |
| Christian Adherents: | 91.00 % |
| Evangelicals: | 0.40 % |
| Scripture: | Complete Bible |
| Ministry Resources: | Yes |
| Jesus Film: | Yes |
| Audio Recordings: | Yes |
| People Cluster: | Greek |
| Affinity Bloc: | Eurasian Peoples |
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Introduction / History
The Greeks have been in Cyprus since 1500 BC. Greece controlled Cyprus during the Byzantine Empire but lost it to the Turks during the Ottoman Empire in 1571. Cyprus gained independence from the Ottomans in 1820. Cyprus fell under British rule from 1878-1960. In 1974, following a Turkish invasion, Cyprus was divided between ethnic Turkish and Greek regions. The language of Greeks in Cyprus is Cypriot Greek.
What Are Their Lives Like?
Greeks in Cyprus are noted for their cuisine, which is similar to what one would find in Greece.
What Are Their Beliefs?
Most are members of the Church of Cyprus, one of the Orthodox churches. They worship Christ as Lord, but that often takes the back seat to traditions and ceremonies.
What Are Their Needs?
They are religious but lack understanding of the gospel and the need for a close relationship with the living God.
Prayer Points
Pray that there is a way to clearly communicate the need for relationship with the living God.
Pray for a release of workers, finances and resources to see the harvest through.
Pray that soon Greeks in Cyprus will disciple others in the faith.