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Throughout history, foreign writers have often depicted Meitei kings as unfaithful, perpetuating discrimination and subjugation against other tribal communities in the region. To further this narrative, many immortal love stories…
Read More “Maram Chanu Ingallei, Worshiped as Ima Langol Tarung Lairembi by Meitei” »
Mera Wayungba, also known as “Mera Thaomei Thaanba,” continues to recount the age-old traditions of the Meitei and Tangkhul brothers. In this narrative, the younger brother (Meitei), descending to the…
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In Meitei evolutionary myths, the concept of God is intricately connected to the elements of nature. According to these beliefs, God resides in Heaven, while the Goddess resides in water,…
Read More “The Meitei Beliefs and Water: A Reflection on Lai Ikouba to Khayom Lakpa” »
Taboo is a forbidden activity, something that is not permitted, something that stands against social approval and is disallowed by norms of behavior. They are complete restrictions or prohibitions in…
Luira Phanit festival of Tangkhul is one of the most important festivals. This is very auspicious for the community. Luira Phanit or Luita Phanit is widely celebrated at Poi (Pui),…
The Lai people, ancestors of Meetei tribe dwells in the Koubru Peak. They started shifting cultivation in present day Lairou (Lailou) in the Senapati district of Manipur. In fact, Koubru…
