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Analytical discussion of The Story of Sumphaai and Raangleen

Description: Beshot Khullar of Phaaidam village, Chandel, tells the story of Sumphaai leh Raangleen [Sumphaai and Raangleen]. The story was collected by Rengpu Rex Khullar and Harimohon Thounaojam at the NSF-funded storytelling festival in 2009. The narration was transcribed by Reverend Daniel Tholung. This recording is of the translation discussion between Shobhana Chelliah and Daniel Tholung at the UNT in 2010.
Date: August 26, 2009
Duration: 33 minutes 58 seconds
Creator: Khullar, Rengpu Rex
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Shekarnong Sankhil narrating the selection of site for house construction process and the ritual involved in the Lamkang culture

Description: Recording of Shekarnong Sankhil of Thamlapokpi village narrating the selection of site for house construction process and the ritual involved in the Lamkang culture. Communal construction process as no individuals build their houses, but with the participation and contribution of the whole community.
Date: unknown
Duration: 1 minute 15 seconds
Creator: Chelliah, Shobhana Lakshmi
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Reading of a blessing ritual Smul Kpnaak

Description: This blessing, called Smul Kpnaak, is used by elders to mark significant life events for younger couples. This ritual blessing is to be used by an older person addressing younger people- Sumshot Khular shares the beautiful words here which translated mean: This is the feather for your good health, your long life, your well-being. May you be blessed with many daughters, with many sons, with many crops, with livestock, with wealth and riches. ‎‎May you be blessed with knowledge and understan… more
Date: 2015
Duration: 1 minute 14 seconds
Creator: Chelliah, Shobhana Lakshmi
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