Affinity Group: Northern African and Middle Eastern Peoples

Affinity Bloc: Arab World

People Cluster: Assyrian / Aramaic

Language: Iranian Persian - (pes)

Alternate Name(s):

Primary Religion: Ethnic Religions

Country: Iran

Also found in: Iraq

Population: 10,500

Global Population: 40,500

Progress of the Gospel: Unengaged and Unreached

Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: Less than 2% Evangelical, No Active CP Activity

Overview: The Mandaeans of Iran, numbering 10,500, are Unengaged and Unreached. They are part of the Assyrian / Aramaic people cluster within the Arab World affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 40,500 in 2 countries. Their primary language is Iranian Persian. The primary religion practiced by the Mandaeans is ethnic religion. Ethnic religion is deeply rooted in a people's ethnic identity and conversion essentially equates to cultural assimilation.

Bible Translations: Available

Jesus Film: Available

Gospel Recordings: Available

Radio Broadcast: Available