Title: Origin, Myths and beliefs of Khehoyi Village

Language: Sumi

Description: L. Pukhavi Swu, in his narration on the beliefs and myths of Khehoyi Village, highlights a number of culturally significant traditions. One belief holds that when the founding ancestor of the village returns, the cock does not crow, symbolizing reverence and silence before the presence of the originator. Another emphasizes that in the absence of the household head, a protective spirit guards the home against theft, thereby reflecting a spiritual safeguard over property and domestic space. Additionally, it is believed that neglecting to worship the malevolent spirit results in the destruction of harvests, indicating the community’s perception of agricultural success as being closely tied to ritual observance and spiritual harmony. These myths illustrate the intricate relationship between cosmology, social order, and subsistence practices within the village.

Format & Duration: 4 mins 56 secs
Date of Recording: 8/11/2025
Date of Upload: 30 September 2025
Performer: L..Pukhavi Swu
Creator: Ambikali R Mech
Publisher: Tetso College, Dimapur
Note: This recording contains the narration of L. Pukhavi Swu on the beliefs and myths of Khehoyi Village. I gratefully acknowledge his contribution and permission to share this oral tradition.

Cite this work

Mech, Ambikali R     . 2025  . Origin, Myths and beliefs of Khehoyi Village.   (Narrated by L..Pukhavi Swu)  . Sovima: NEIIPA, Tetso College  . (https://neiipa.in/audio/origin-myths-and-beliefs-of-khehoyi-village/)  . Accessed: (09-Oct-2025)