Momba in India


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Largest Religion
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Evangelical
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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 Monba became poverty stricken following the implementation of a feudal system imposed on them by the Zhuba Geju faction in the fourteenth century. For centuries they were effectively slaves of the Tibetans.


What Are Their Lives Like?

The Monba are known for their hospitality. They have a great love for music, singing and dancing. "Most of them are able to play the traditional bamboo flute, a short thick instrument with four finger holes. ... Their silversmiths are skillful in designing bracelets, earrings, necklaces and other ornaments."

At Monba weddings, the bride's uncle is the most honored guest. According to tradition, he "finds fault in everything, complaining the meat slices are too thick and the drinks too cheap. He bangs on the table with his fists, glowering angrily at everyone who passes. He behaves in this way to test the groom's family and observe their reactions."


What Are Their Beliefs?

The majority of Monba follow Tibetan Buddhism. Some, however, still maintain their traditional belief in unseen gods, demons and ancestral spirits. Shamans and some Buddhist monks frequently use magic to cure the sick.

Few Monba are aware that Christ came two millennia ago and died for their sin. No missionaries were allowed to work in this area of Tibet in the past. The Monba existed for generations without any flicker of spiritual light to brighten their lives. Few have ever interceded on their behalf for Christian workers to reach these lonely communities with the good news. However, there are a small number of Monba Christians in India who have the potential to reach those in Tibet and China.


What Are Their Needs?

Without the guidance of Christ, these people are like sheep without a shepherd. They need the good shepherd in their families and communities.


Prayer Points

Pray for the spiritual blindness and bondage to the evil one to be removed so they can understand and respond to Christ.
Pray for the Lord to provide for their physical and spiritual needs as a testimony of his power and love.
Pray that the Medog Monba people will have a spiritual hunger that will open their hearts to the King of kings.
Pray for an unstoppable movement to Christ among the Monba people.


Scripture Prayers for the Momba in India.


References

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Profile Source:   Joshua Project  

People Name General Monba, Medog
People Name in Country Momba
Alternate Names Canglo Monba; Canglo Monpa; Cangluo Monba; Eastern Monba; Eastern Monpa; Medog Monga; Memba; Menba; Monba; Motuo Monba; Motuo Monba Eastern Monba; Northern Monba
Population this Country 5,100
Population all Countries 13,000
Total Countries 2
Indigenous Yes
Progress Scale 1
Unreached Yes
Frontier People Group No
Pioneer Workers Needed 1
PeopleID3 18602
ROP3 Code 114222
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)
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 1
  Arunachal Pradesh 5,100
Website South Asia Peoples
Primary Religion: Buddhism
Major Religion Percent *
Buddhism
96.19 %
Christianity  (Evangelical Unknown)
0.69 %
Ethnic Religions
0.00 %
Hinduism
0.73 %
Islam
0.78 %
Non-Religious
0.00 %
Other / Small
0.29 %
Unknown
1.33 %
* From latest India census data.
Current Christian values may substantially differ.
Primary Language Sartang (4,300 speakers)
Language Code onp   Ethnologue Listing
Language Written Unknown
Total Languages 8
Secondary Languages
Adi
20
Hindi Naga, Tangshang: Tangsa
Nyishi Santhali Sherpa
Mundari: Bhumij
Primary Language Sartang (4,300 speakers)
Language Code onp   Ethnologue Listing
Total Languages 8
Secondary Languages
  Adi 20
  Hindi 10
  Naga, Tangshang: Tangsa 10
  Nyishi 0
  Santhali 0
  Sherpa 0
  Mundari: Bhumij 0
People Groups Speaking Sartang

Primary Language:  Sartang

Bible Translation Status:  Unspecified

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