The Mandailing strongly identify themselves with the Islamic religion. This is a distinct departure from other Batak people groups which are predominantly Christian. The Mandailing constantly have to explain the fact that they are Muslims, since most Indonesians believe that all Batak peoples are Christian. The Mandailing people's religion in ancient times was a mixture of Hindu beliefs and a local traditional religion called Parmalin. Almost all Mandailing have been Muslims ever since Minangkabau Muslims forcibly introduced Islam. Many of their traditions have been adapted to Islam. Children and land are viewed as sources of personal pride by the Mandailing that cause one to receive status and respect.
No scripture or other Christian resources are reported in the language of these people. And, they live in a strongly Muslim environment.
Please pray for prayer warriors to be raised up to pray for the Mandailing people, and pray these warriors will persist in prayer until real breakthroughs occur.
Please pray for the few followers of Christ among the Mandiling, that they will not succumb to pressure to renounce their faith. Pray they will fellowship together, encouraging and instructing each other.
The area is rich in natural resources such as zinc, sulfur, limestone, granite, gold, copper, tin, petroleum, and kaolin. There is tremendous potential that should be developed, but investment is needed in order for this to happen.
"Now it will come about that In the last days, The mountain of the house of the Lord will be established as the chief of the mountains, And will be raised above the hills; And all the nations will stream to it." Isaiah 2:2
| People Name | Mandailing |
| Country | Indonesia |
| 10/40 Window | Yes |
| Population | 1,228,000 |
| World Population | 1,259,000 |
| Language | Batak Mandailing |
| Primary Religion | Islam |
| Bible | Translation Needed |
| Online Audio NT | No |
| Jesus Film | No |
| Audio Recordings | Yes |
| Christ Followers | Few, less than 2% |
| Status | Unreached |
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