Introduction / History

The Terik people originated in the Mount Elgon region and later moved south to where they live today, west of the Nandi people to whom they are related. In the old days, they used to fight the Nandi, raiding them for cattle, territory, and stealing their women. Today, though, they are close friends and in many ways they have assimilated with the Nandi people.

The Terik are one of the Kalenjin peoples. The people speak KiSwahili and English in addition to their own language which defines them, Terik.

What Are Their Lives Like?

The distinction of the Terik has been strengthened in recent years through the teaching of the Terik language in schools and on radio programs in Terik, as well as other measures.

What Are Their Beliefs?

While most Terik identify as Christian, there are also a sizeable number who follow their traditional animist religion.

What Are Their Needs?

They do not have Scripture in their language, though the process has been started.

Prayer Items

Pray for a complete and accurate Bible translation into the Terik language.
Pray for Terik Kalenjin to understand that the Lord can and will provide for all their spiritual and material needs when they put their trust in him.
Pray for Terik Kalenjin husbands to love and respect their wives and always remain faithful to them.
Pray for revival fire to bless Terik Kalenjin churches and families abundantly.

Scripture Prayers for the Kalenjin, Terik in Kenya.

References

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