Title: Thongpo and Murokpo Ritual

Language: Tikhir (Sumi)

Description:

The narrator, SKT Tsangli, 80, from Anatongre village, briefly shares insights into the roles of Mürokpo and Thongpü. These individuals hold their roles through family tradition, serving as designated leaders who personally conduct a ritual on each farm before the start of planting. This essential ritual is performed for every farmer or household prior to sowing any crops in the village. This practice is still current in Anatongre village.

Format & Duration: Video: 1 mins. 40 Secs.
Date of Recording: 25-May-2024
Date of Upload: 4 November 2024
Performer: SKT Tsangli
Creator: Wichamdinbo Matiana
Publisher: Tetso College, Dimapur
Note: NA

Cite this work

 Matiana, Wichamdinbo . 2024  . Thongpo and Murokpo Ritual (performed by SKT Tsangli)  . NEIIPA, Tetso College  . (https://neiipa.in/audio/thongpo-and-murokpo-ritual/)  . Accessed: (07-Nov-2024)