The Tide Preparing to Launch Eighth Language in India Where Christians Face Increased Persecution

The second-most populous nation in the world, India is home to more than 1.2 billion people. And although Christians make up only about 2.5 percent of the population, they are increasingly under attack by Hindu extremists in this primarily Hindu country.  The Tide is in the process of launching its eighth heart language, Telugu, among this people group of practicing Hindu's.

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