Han Chinese, Putian in Malaysia

People Name:	Han Chinese, Putian
Country:	Malaysia
10/40 Window:	Yes
Population:	33,000
World Population:	3,104,000
Primary Language:	Chinese, Pu-Xian
Primary Religion:	Ethnic Religions
Christian Adherents:	11.00 %
Evangelicals:	5.00 %
Scripture:	Complete Bible
Ministry Resources:	No
Jesus Film:	No
Audio Recordings:	Yes
People Cluster:	Chinese
Affinity Bloc:	East Asian Peoples
Progress Level:

Introduction / History

Putian people are often stereotyped by other Chinese as heroic and athletic people. Many of China's best track and field stars come from Putian. Though most live in China, they are also in Singapore and Malaysia.

The Yuan (Mongol) Dynasty (1271-1368): In 1213 the Mongols, led by Genghis Khan, broke through the Great Wall which had been designed to prevent them from entering China. The Mongols swept all opposition before them, winning more territory than any other kingdom in the history of the world. Their realm stretched from Southeast Asia to Hungary in Europe. The Mongol armies were brutal, killing and plundering unmercifully wherever they went.

What Are Their Lives Like?

Most likely, the Putians live the same kinds of lives as other Han Chinese in Malaysia. Many are in private business.

What Are Their Beliefs?

The implementation of Communist policies resulted in a ban on all religious activity across China between 1966 and 1976. Thousands of temples, mosques, and churches were smashed to the ground, and believers were forced to practice their faith in secrecy.

What Are Their Needs?

The Putian church needs to be revived and purified.

Prayer Points

Pray for Putian Chinese disciples to disciple others.
Pray for Putian Chinese churches to exhibit the fruit of the Holy Spirit, drawing others to the Lord in Malaysia.
Pray for the Lord to abundantly provide for the Putian Chinese as a testimony of his goodness and power.