Nestorian missionaries first brought Christianity to the Tajiks
during the 12th century. Today, Tajiks are Sunni Muslims of the
Hanate branch, although some Shi’ites exist. About one-tenth
of Tajik people are classified as non-religious. This has probably
been a result of Russian atheistic pressure.
Pray that the Tajik would not judge Christianity just as a
“Russian religion,” but see their own need for salvation.
Pray for an end to the persecution of believers by
Muslim relatives who believe Christians betray their
ancestors.
Ask God to send revival to Penjikent (the radical
Muslim center) where there are no Tajik believers.