Officially know as the Republic of Tajikistan, 8 million people call this nation home. This landlocked country is covered in mountainous terrain, making it a popular spot for climbers. Since the country became politically stable in 1997 after five years of civil war, the nation has been growing in wealth. With 99% of the population following Islam, less than 1% know the good news of Jesus Christ. We will share the gospel with those who haven’t heard.
Type of Government: Republic
Official Name: Republic of Tajikistan
Religion: Islam
Language: Tajiki
Currency: Tajikistani Somoni
Different foods they eat: Tajikistan national dish is Qurutob.
Population: 8.735 million people.
Climate: Moderate, continental and dry. It is subtropical in low valleys, and cold in high mountains.
Fun Facts
1. Don’t take pictures of Government, public or military buildings.
2. Dushanbe, the name of Tajikistan’s Capital, means Monday
3. People on the plateau have unique wedding ceremonies that last seven days.
4. Traditional Tajik meals begin with sweet dishes such as halwa and tea, and then progress to soup and meat, before finishing with a pilaf.
5. Green Tea is the national drink
Prayer Points
1. Pray for protection over my team while we are there.
2. Pray with me for God’s direction and purpose for Tajikistan to be evident to my team and I while we are there. That God’s heart and purpose for sending us there will be what leads us.
3. Pray for God ordained meetings / divine appointments with the people who cross our paths.
4. Pray for the missionaries we will be working with. That we can be a breath of fresh air to them, but also for God to align our team under the right leadership.
