Affinity Group: South Asian Peoples

Affinity Bloc: Tibetan / Himalayan Peoples

People Cluster: Karen

Language: S’gaw Karen - (ksw)

Alternate Name(s):

Primary Religion: Christianity - Protestantism

Country: India

Also found in: Myanmar; Thailand; United States

Population: 2,700

Global Population: 2,202,025

Progress of the Gospel: No Longer Unreached

Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: 10% or Greater Evangelical

Overview: The Karen of India, numbering 2,700, are No Longer Unreached. They are part of the Karen people cluster within the Tibetan / Himalayan Peoples affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 2,202,025 in 4 countries. Their primary language is S’gaw Karen. The primary religion practiced by the Karen is Protestant Christianity, a tradition that emerged from the Protestant Reformation. Protestants reject the idea of papal supremacy, instead stressing the authority of scripture alone, justification by faith alone, and salvation through Christ alone.

Bible Translations: Available

Jesus Film: Available

Gospel Recordings: Available

Radio Broadcast: Not Available