The Khoton are a small group of nomadic people who live in western Mongolia. Genetic studies reveal that they are of Turkish origin and not native Mongolians. The Khoton migrated to west Mongolian in the 17th and 18th centuries. During that time the Khoton lost their Turkish language and began to speak Kalmyk-Oirat tongue of their neighbors.
The Khotons tend to isolate themselves from other Mongolians. The Khoton still practice the pastoral lifestyle of their ancestors. Illiteracy is a big issue for the Khoton. Moving to different locations during the year makes obtaining a decent education for their children nearly impossible.
The Khoton live in northwestern Mongolia in the Altaic Mountain area. A picturesque lake in west Mongolia is named for the Khoton people.
Life is hard for the Khoton on the cold, dry lands of Mongolia. The Khoton, for the most part, have resisted the efforts of the Mongolian government to settle down in villages and cities. They still roam the high valleys and plains of west Mongolia. The Khoton raise horses, yaks, cattle, sheep and goats for their meat and milk. Their favorite drink is fermented mare's milk. Their diet consists almost entirely of animal products. During the short summers, the Khoton women are able to gather some berries and roots to supplement their diets. The Khoton live in round tents called yurts. These tents can be easily taken down and moved when the Khoton need to leave an area for greener pastures.
The Khoton marry exclusively in their group. Families arrange marriages with the consent of the young people. The new brides join the groom's family. The local shaman provides primitive medical care and a link to the spirit world. Sons inherit their father's property and animals.
The Khoton's religion is a curious blend of Tibetan Buddhism, Islam and folk religion. Tibetan Buddhist practice features a number of rituals, and spiritual practices such as the use of mantras and yogic techniques. The local Khoton shaman performs rituals, which try to appease the evil spirits who will harm the Khoton and their animals if they are not honored.
There is a tiny group of believers among the Khoton. The New Testament and JESUS film have been translated into Kalmyk-Oirat. The growing church movements in Mongolia have not yet reached the Khoton.
The Khoton need help in educating their children. The Khoton lack access to modern medical care. Medical workers would greatly benefit them. People whose lives are based on their animals could use modern veterinarian services. Most of all, the Khoton need to hear the life-changing message of Jesus Christ in a way they can understand.
Pray for a chain reaction of Khoton families reaching families that results in thousands of new believers who share their faith with others.
Pray for grace and truth expanding into the entire Khoton society as all believers learn to love others.
Pray that churches and believers will bless their entire people group in such a way that God's love will change the Khoton people like yeast changes dough.
Scripture Prayers for the Khoton in Mongolia.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Khotons
http://id.loc.gov/authorities/subjects/sh2009005794.html
https://mongolia-guide.com/about-mongolia/ethic-group/khoton
https://www.academia.edu/3631679/The_Khotons_of_Western_Mongolia
http://factsanddetails.com/central-asia/Mongolia/sub8_2c/entry-4582.html
Profile Source: Keith Carey |
People Name General | Khoton |
People Name in Country | Khoton |
Alternate Names | |
Population this Country | 13,000 |
Population all Countries | 13,000 |
Total Countries | 1 |
Indigenous | Yes |
Progress Scale | 1 ● |
Unreached | Yes |
Frontier People Group | Yes |
Pioneer Workers Needed | 1 |
People ID | 20515 |
ROP3 Code | 116329 |
ROP25 Code | 303992 |
ROP25 Name | Khoton |
Country | Mongolia | ||
Region | Asia, Northeast | ||
Continent | Asia | ||
10/40 Window | Yes | ||
National Bible Society | Website | ||
Persecution Rank | Not ranked | ||
Location in Country | Mainly northwest, Dzavhan, Uvs, Hovd, Hovsgol, Govi-Altay, Arhangay, and Bayan-Olgiy provinces. Source: Ethnologue 2016 |
Country | Mongolia |
Region | Asia, Northeast |
Continent | Asia |
10/40 Window | Yes |
National Bible Society | Website |
Persecution Rank | Not ranked |
Location in Country | Mainly northwest, Dzavhan, Uvs, Hovd, Hovsgol, Govi-Altay, Arhangay, and Bayan-Olgiy provinces.. Source: Ethnologue 2016 |
Primary Religion: | Buddhism |
Major Religion ▲ | Percent |
---|---|
Buddhism |
70.00 %
|
Christianity (Evangelical 0.08 %) |
0.10 %
|
Ethnic Religions |
25.00 %
|
Hinduism |
0.00 %
|
Islam |
0.00 %
|
Non-Religious |
4.90 %
|
Other / Small |
0.00 %
|
Unknown |
0.00 %
|
Primary Language | Kalmyk-Oirat (13,000 speakers) |
Language Code | xal Ethnologue Listing |
Primary Dialect | Khoton |
Dialect Code | 11424 Global Recordings Listing |
Language Written | Yes ScriptSource Listing |
Total Languages | 1 |
Primary Language | Kalmyk-Oirat (13,000 speakers) |
Language Code | xal Ethnologue Listing |
Primary Dialect | Khoton |
Dialect Code | 11424 Global Recordings Listing |
Total Languages | 1 |
People Groups | Speaking Kalmyk-Oirat |
Primary Language: Kalmyk-Oirat
Bible Translation ▲ | Status (Years) |
---|---|
Bible-Portions | Yes (1815-1996) |
Bible-New Testament | Yes (1827-2009) |
Bible-Complete | No |
FCBH NT (www.bible.is) | Online |
YouVersion NT (www.bible.com) | Online |
Possible Print Bibles | |
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Amazon | |
World Bibles | |
Forum Bible Agencies | |
National Bible Societies | |
World Bible Finder | |
Virtual Storehouse |
Resource Type ▲ | Resource Name | Source |
---|---|---|
Audio Recordings | Audio Bible teaching | Global Recordings Network |
Film / Video | Jesus Film: view in Kalmyk-Oirat | Jesus Film Project |
Film / Video | LUMO film of Gospels | Bible Media Group/LUMO |
Film / Video | World Christian Videos | World Christian Videos |
General | Faith Comes By Hearing - Bible in text or audio or video | Faith Comes by Hearing |
General | Scripture Earth Gospel resources links | Scripture Earth |
General | YouVersion Bible versions in text and/or audio | YouVersion Bibles |
Mobile App | Android Bible app: Kalmyk-Oirat | YouVersion Bibles |
Mobile App | Download audio Bible app as APK file | Faith Comes by Hearing |
Mobile App | Download audio Bible app from Google Play Store | Faith Comes by Hearing |
Mobile App | iOS Bible app: Kalmyk-Oirat | YouVersion Bibles |
Text / Printed Matter | IBT, Russia - resources | Institute for Bible Translation - Russia |
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Profile Source | Keith Carey |
Data Sources | Data is compiled from various sources. Learn more. |