IMPHAL, Nov 1 NNN : Grandson of Manipur King Leishemba Sanajaoba called for revival of the ancient rites, rituals and practices of the Meitei religion, Sanamahi by emulating the lesson of the resurgence of Japan which rose rapidly to lead the world in the field of electronics even as the United States had earlier devastated the country with atom bombs.
Speaking as the Chief Guest on the 280th ‘Puwarigi Amamba Numit’ or the anniversary of the day when the Puya (holy book) was set on fire by the Hindu Pandit, Santidas Gosai on October 5, 1732 AD during the reign of King Panheiba, he said that any negative perception of he past event would not bring about resurgence of the old religion.
However, reflecting on the negative impact and by the destruction for filling up any gap left by such action needs to be done, he said. Steps of the forefathers could be retraced, if people keep themselves ritually clean through traditions, food habits, etc, he observed on the occasion which bear the theme, ‘Dignified Integrity’ which was organized by ACOAM – Lup of Kangleipak comprising of the All Club, Association and Meira Paibi Lup at Iboyaima Shumang Lila Shanglen of Konung Mamang today.
Addressing the gatherings, filled with many dignitaries as a resource persons, research scholar Akham Langol dwelt on the rich past of Manipur and viewed the people as the first evolutionary group as attested by the discovery of one of the oldest fossil in Myanmar which is similar to the hills of the state and where there is possibility of such discovery. Discovery of 6 gold coins from the mine of Manipur which is now in the British museum and the history of grains export into Nagaland and other places lend credence to its rich history, he said.
It was not only Shanti Das Goshai who destroyed the rich heritage of Manipur but the British also joined in the same bandwagon by burning many valuable documents, remarked Dr M Ranjana, lecturer of Standard College as a resource person. She said that degeneration began from Sanditas till the British era, nonetheless, time for resurrecting and regenerating the old culture and tradition of the past has come, she noted. Puyas are books that focused on every aspects of life, including health, food and others, said Pandit Wahengbam Lukhoi as a resource person.
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