Affinity Group: Central Asian Peoples

Affinity Bloc: Eurasian Peoples

People Cluster: Caucasus

Language: Kabardian - (kbd)

Alternate Name(s): East Circassian

Primary Religion: Islam - Sunni

Country: Saudi Arabia

Also found in: Russian Federation; Uzbekistan

Population: 29,000

Global Population: 558,700

Progress of the Gospel: Unengaged and Unreached

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

Overview: The Circassians of Saudi Arabia, numbering 29,000, are Unengaged and Unreached. They are part of the Caucasus people cluster within the Eurasian Peoples affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 558,700 in 3 countries. Their primary language is Kabardian. The primary religion practiced by the Circassians is Sunni Islam, the largest branch of Islam. Sunni Muslims follow the teachings of the Qur'an and consider the first four caliphs to be the rightful successors of Muhammad.

Bible Translations: Available

Jesus Film: Available

Gospel Recordings: Available

Radio Broadcast: Not Available