It seems that every class of people has been despised and discriminated against at some time, and the Chamar are no exception. Their name derives from Chamakara, meaning "a worker in leather." In South Asia, people say the Chamar, whether Hindu or Muslim, are criminally minded and unintelligent. Their work is considered degrading, and it involves dealing with foul odors and dead animals. This is not the kind of work people would choose, but the caste system keeps them there.

Ministry Obstacles: Few if any Muslim Chamar have embraced Jesus. Muslim children are taught at an early age that Islam is the perfect religion, and the Koran is the undiluted word of God. Such beliefs close minds to salvation by faith in Christ.

Scripture Focus: "In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth."
- Genesis 1:1

Prayer Focus: Pray that this people group will be in awe of the Lord for His creation and realize that He is the only one worthy of worship and devotion. Pray that the church will begin reaching out to the Chamar Muslims. Pray that the Lord will open the minds and hearts of the Chamar Muslims to the claims of Christ and that they will thoughtfully consider what he said in his word. Believers with a passion for Christ and his kingdom could make a difference by befriending Muslim Chamars and introducing them to the only savior. Pray for the Lord to thrust out such people.