Panan in India

People Name:	Panan
Country:	India
10/40 Window:	Yes
Population:	264,000
World Population:	269,100
Primary Language:	Tamil
Primary Religion:	Hinduism
Christian Adherents:	0.00 %
Evangelicals:	0.00 %
Scripture:	Complete Bible
Ministry Resources:	Yes
Jesus Film:	Yes
Audio Recordings:	Yes
People Cluster:	South Asia Hindu - other
Affinity Bloc:	South Asian Peoples
Progress Level:

Introduction

The Panan are an ancient Tamil people and are mentioned in Old Tamil literature. Their age-old occupation is singing of hymns to Hindu deities. They were the main orators in the king's palace and acted as his ambassadors. They were also dancers. They are scattered all over but the majority live in the state of Tamil Nadu. They are also found in Kerala State and in Sri Lanka. Presently, some of them are tailors. Most of them are struggling economically, socially, and most importantly, spiritually.

Ministry Obstacles

As Hindus, they will not look to Jesus Christ to be their only source of comfort and spiritual guidance. They have a strong tie to the Hindu religious system which makes them reluctant to seek and find the only savior.

Outreach Ideas

Pray for the Followers of Christ

Pray for the Entire People Group

There are hundreds, if not thousands, of Tamil speaking churches that can reach out to the Panan people. Pray for them to act! Pray for outreach teams to visit them and make sure they have the JESUS Film. Pray they would know the salvation of the Lord Jesus Christ. Pray there would be an increase in awareness of the teachings of the Bible.