Pashayi, Southeast in Afghanistan

Pashayi, Southeast in Afghanistan

pronounced: puh-SHEE

The Southeastern Pashayi speak the Southeast dialect of Pashayi, which is unintelligible to other Pashayi speakers. Pashayi are tribal people. They are often led by a village council which is the authority on issues affecting the entire village. The council is composed of extended family members from each family unit. Personal disputes are left to be resolved by the individual who was hurt in some way, which often leads to feuds. The Pashayi value masculinity and honor more than anything else. The idea of an ideal man among the Pashayi is a man who is a proud warrior, one who is loyal to his family, one who is dangerous to his enemies, and a man who is always prepared for a feud when necessary. The Pashayi converted to Islam in the late sixteenth century. They are Sunni Muslims.

Ministry Obstacles

The Pashayi fear that following Christ will cause alienation within their community.

Outreach Ideas

Much persistent prayer is needed for all the peoples of Afghanistan. Spiritual opposition to the gospel of Christ is intense but will be overcome by prayer.

Scripture Focus

I left you on the island of Crete so you could complete our work there and appoint elders in each town as I instructed you. Titus 1:5

Scripture Prayer

Pray for the Lord to raise up elders to lead this people group into all truth.

Prayer Focus

There likely are no followers of Jesus today among this tribe. However, please pray for those who will soon come to know and follow Christ. Pray they will see the importance of fellowshipping together for encouragement and edification. Pray for peace in Afghanistan, and for increasing freedom for all the peoples to improve their lot in life. Pray they will understand the importance of seeking education for their children.