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Thoibi
) , image= PRINCESS THOIBI TRICKED KONGYAMBA AND ESCAPED FROM HIM.jpg , caption= Princess Thoibi tricked Angom Nongban Kongyamba and escaped from him , alias= * Moirang Thoibi * Moilang Thoipi * Ewanglon Thoibi * Iwanglon Thoibi , gender=Female , title=Langlen Thadoi , family=Moirang Royal Family , spouse=Khuman Khamba , occupation=Princess of the Moirang kingdom , relatives= Chingkhu Akhuba, Chingkhu Telheiba , religion=Meitei religion (Sanamahism) , origin= Moirang kingdom , home=Ancient Moirang , affiliation= ** Khamba Thoibi, *** Moirang Saiyon, **** Moirang Kangleirol, ***** Meitei mythology, ****** Meitei folklore, ******* History of Manipur Moirang Thoibi ( omp, Moilang Thoipi) or Ewanglon Thoibi ( omp, Ewanglon Thoipi) is the main character of the Khamba Thoibi story from ancient Moirang Kangleirol legends.Freda Marie Houlston Bedi (1967). Social Welfare. Publications Division. She is a princess of the Ancient Moirang kingdom. She is not the king's daughter. Rather ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Khamba Thoibi
) , Image_Name = Khamba and Thoibi (The Capture of the Wild Bull).jpg , Image_Caption = Khamba and Thoibi (The Capture of the Wild Bull) , Aarne-Thompson Grouping = no , AKA = Khampa Thoipi , Mythology = Meitei mythology (Manipuri mythology) , Country = Ancient Kangleipak (historical) (present) , Region = Moirang, Manipur , Origin_Date = , Published_In = , Related = Meitei folklore (Manipuri folklore), Meitei literature (Manipuri literature) The ancient legend of Khamba and Thoibi ( mni, Khamba Thoibi) is one of the epic cycles of incarnations of Meitei mythology and folklore, that is originated from Moirang kingdom of Ancient Kangleipak (early Manipur). Among the countless retelling editions of the epic story, the " Khamba Thoibi Sheireng" ( mni, , , Poem on Khamba Thoibi), a Meitei language epic poem, containing 39,000 lines, that is considered as the national epic of the Manipuris, is the magnum opus of its author Hij ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Khamba Thoibi Jagoi
Khamba Thoibi Jagoi (), also known as Khamba Thoibi classical dance or Khamba Thoibi ballet, is a traditional Meitei ritualistic and theatrical classical dance form,————— which is usually enacted as a part and parcel of the Lai Haraoba performances, dedicated to God , the national deity of Ancient Moirang realm. Notably, it is one of the cultural elements, giving inspirations to the development of the Manipuri Raas Leela classical dance drama form. The dance form is believed to be first performed by Khuman Khamba and Moirang Thoibi, in the premise of the deity. Another remarkable achievement of Meitei cultural heritage, directly related to the Khamba Thoibi dance, is , the third longest Indian epic poem, next to the Mahabharata and the Ramayana, which is a classical Meitei language epic poem, having 39,000 lines, recognised and honoured to be the national epic of the Manipuris, originated from the Moirang Sai, traditional ballads, popularly sung by minstrels or ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Khuman Khamba
Khuman Khamba or Moirang Khamba is a hero in Meitei folklore. He belongs to the Khuman clan ( mni, Khuman Salai). He is the hero as well as the protagonist of the Meitei epic poem ''Khamba Thoibi'' of the Moirang Shayon legends in the Moirang Kangleirol genres from Ancient Moirang.Maẏeṃbama Ānandamohana (29 August 2021). "A. Dorendrajit Singh". Sahitya AkademiSingh, N. Tombi (29 August 1976). "Khamba and Thoibi: The Unscaled Height of Love". Chitrebirentombichand Khorjeirup He is the son of nobleman Puremba, the then prime minister of the ancient Moirang Kingdom. He became an orphan at a very young age when his parents died. He was raised in poverty by his elder sister Khamnu. Later, he married princess Thoibi of Ancient Moirang kingdom. Etymology The word "Khamba" means ultimate or fullness in the Meitei language. Early life and meeting Princess Thiobi Khamba and his sister Khamnu were orphaned at a young age. For a time, Purenba's closest friends, Nongthonba and ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Khamnu
Khamnu (/kʰəm.nu/) is a figure in Metei legend and folklore. She appears in the epic poem ''Khamba Thoibi''. She is the daughter of prime minister ''Khuman Puremba'' of Ancient Moirang. Biologically, she is a daughter of King ''Chingkhu Telheiba'' of Ancient Moirang. She is the older sister of Khuman Khamba. She is best known for raising her younger brother when he was a child. The two siblings became orphans during their infancy. Khamnu feared evil plots, she took her younger brother and fled her home town. They took refuge in the village of the Kabui chief in the hills. Khamnu and her younger brother Khamba were given fatherly care by General Thonglen and a nobleman called Chaoba Nongthonba before and after their time at the Kabui village in the hills. So she is often compared to Kunti of the Mahabharata because of the hard work she did to raise and care for Khuman Khamba. Early life Khamnu's parents died when her brother Khuman Khamba was still a baby, and life be ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Moirang Saiyon
Moirang is a town in the Indian state of Manipur. It is situated approximately 45 km south of the state capital Imphal. It has an area of 269 km2 with a population of 62,187 in 67 villages. It is best known for the being the place of origin of the 7 epic cycles of incarnations of Meitei mythology and folklore. Colonel Shaukat Malik of the Indian National Army hoisted the Tricolour for the first time on Indian soil on 14 April 1944. Loktak Lake, the biggest fresh water lake in the North East Indian region and Keibul Lamjao National Park are situated in this district. There are 12 Gram Panchayats in this block. History Epic cycles of incarnations & the Khamba Thoibi Historically, the town of Moirang is famous for the ancient temple of the deity, Thangching (Thangjing) and the legendary love story of "Khamba Thoibi". In a village named Ngangkhaleikai, the old cloth used by Khamba and Nongban are still preserved. The epic story of "Khamba-Thoibi" begins between a ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Moirang Kangleirol
The Moirang Kangleirol (), also spelled Moilang Kangleilol, is a encompasses a rich collection of history, literature, folklore, mythology, legends, and other accounts that were originally associated with the ancient kingdom of Kege Moirang (). In a broader sense, the terms Keke, Moirang, and Ngangoi have been used interchangeably since ancient times to refer to this ancient kingdom. History Keke Kangla served as the capital city of the ancient Moirang kingdom, functioning not only as a center of political administration but also as a site for religious practices. Within the kingdom, the people would annually partake in sacred ceremonies conducted in this city. The Moirang Ningthourol (genealogy of the rulers of Moirang), which refers to the genealogy of the rulers of Moirang, was meticulously calculated using various ancient manuscripts, including the Cheitharol Kumpapa. Mythology The mythology of Moirang Kangleirol encompasses a rich tapestry of accounts, featuri ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Thangjing
Thangching or Thangjing is a primordial deity in Meitei mythology and religion of Ancient Kangleipak (Antique Manipur). He is the ruling deity of the Moirang dynasty of Ancient Moirang. He rules supreme on the banks of the landlocked sea, Loktak lake. He is one of the four cardinal Umang Lais. The guardianship of the south western direction is alluded to Thangjing and the other directions to Koubru (north west), Marjing (north east) and Wangbren (south east). Two of his most prominent pantheons are the Thangching Temple and the Thangching Hill (Thangjing Peak). Origin God Thangjing is a deity of pre-Hindu origin. The Moirang Ningthourol Lambuba mentioned that Moirang was the amalgamation of different groups of people with different traditional beliefs. During the reign of King Fang Fang Ponglenhanpa (52 BC- 28 AD), all the diversities were merged into one with God Thangjing as the central figure. When the cult of God Thangjing was merged into the Umang Laism, the folk ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ancient Moirang
Ancient Moirang, also known as Keke Moirang, was an ancient civilization that flourished in the southern plains of the present day Manipur, India. The Keke Kangla served as the capital city of the kingdom since time immemorial. The major body of accounts related to the history, literature, mythology of the kingdom are collectively called Moirang Kangleirol. History Contemporary periods The contemporary periods of the kingdom had parallelism with the Chinese Golden Ages. The period started from 52 BC in Moirang and 208 BC in China. Genealogy of ancient rulers The Moirang Ningthourol (genealogy of the ancient rulers) were calculated with reference to many ancient texts, including the Cheitharol Kumpapa. Government and Economy Administration and Commerce The Iwang Puriklai (ruler of Moirang) was the absolute monarch of the kingdom. For a smooth and sound administration, the kingdom was divided into eight leikais (wards or sectors). Along with this division, ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Meitei Folklore
Meitei folklore is the folklore and mythology of the Meitei people of Manipur Manipur () ( mni, Kangleipak) is a state in Northeast India, with the city of Imphal as its capital. It is bounded by the Indian states of Nagaland to the north, Mizoram to the south and Assam to the west. It also borders two regions of ..., India. Such folklore is traditionally passed from generation to generation. Currently, the government of Manipur is planning to preserve the folklore of the Meitei people through primary education in government institutions. References Indian folklore Meitei culture {{India-culture-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ebudhou Thangjing Temple
Ibudhou Thangjing Temple or Lord Thangjing Temple ( mni, ꯏꯕꯨꯙꯧ ꯊꯥꯡꯖꯤꯡ ꯂꯥꯏꯁꯪ) is a grand ancient temple dedicated to Lord Eputhou Thangjing ( mni, ꯏꯄꯨꯊꯧ ꯊꯥꯡꯖꯤꯡ), the ancient national deity of ancient kingdom of Moirang (present day Moirang city). The best time to visit the temple is from May to July during the onset of the great mega music and dance religious festival of Lai Haraoba. It attracts thousands of tourists every year especially historians and archaeologists. The temple is the place where the great Khamba Thoibi ) , Image_Name = Khamba and Thoibi (The Capture of the Wild Bull).jpg , Image_Caption = Khamba and Thoibi (The Capture of the Wild Bull) , Aarne-Thompson Grouping = no , AKA = Khampa Thoipi , Mythology = Meitei mytholo ... dance was performed for the first time according to the famous legend. See also * Hiyangthang Lairembi Temple * Sanamahi Temple * Sanamahi Kiyong Tem ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Panthoibi
) , deity_of = Goddess of civilization, courage, fertility, handicraft, love, victory, warfare and wisdom , member_of = Lairembis and Umang Lais , image = PANTHOIPI.jpg , alt = , caption = Goddess Panthoipi charging forward riding on her white horse , other_names = * Ayang Leima * Koirel Leima ( omp, Koilel Leima) * Koiren Leima ( omp, Koilen Leima) * Nongpok Leima , hiro = , Old_Norse = , script_name = , script = , affiliation = Meitei mythology (Manipuri mythology) and Meitei religion (Sanamahism) , cult_center = Nongmaiching Hill (alias Selloi Langmai Hill) , abode = Nongmaiching Hill (alias Selloi Langmai Hill) , planet = , weapons = Spear and Sword , battles = , artifacts = Kajenglei , animals = white horse or tiger , symbol = Kajenglei , adherents = , height = , age = , tree = , day = , color = , number ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Khuman Pokpa
Khuman Pokpa ( mni, ꯈꯨꯃꯟ ꯄꯣꯛꯄ) or Khuman Apokpa ( mni, ꯈꯨꯃꯟ ꯑꯄꯣꯛꯄ) is the Apokpa (Ancestor God) of the Khuman clan. He is regarded as the founder of the Khuman dynasty. He is one of the three members of the Mangang Luwang Khuman in Meitei mythology and religion. He represents the time of the sunset and the night. Etymology The name "Khuman Pokpa" is made up of two words, "Khuman" and "Pokpa". In Meitei language (Manipuri language), "Pokpa" means "to beget (be the father of) or to give birth to". The word "Apokpa" comes from "Pokpa". Apokpas are the dead male members of a family for the last three generations. They can be the father, grandfather, or great grandfather of any living person. They looked after the family in the past. So, "Khuman Pokpa" or "Khuman Apokpa" means "The one who gave birth to the Khumans". Description Meitei people worship fire in the fireplace called ''Phunga Mei'' (lit. ''hearth fire'') at home. In the fireplace, ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
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