Meitei mythology

Meitei mythology (or Manipuri mythology) () is a collection of myths belonging to the religious and cultural traditions of the Meitei people, a Tibeto-Burman ethnic group native to the Indian state of Manipur. Meitei mythology is associated with the traditional Meitei religion of Sanamahism. Meitei myths explain various natural phenomena, how human civilization developed, and the reasons for many events.Laisram, Rena (2009). Early Meitei History: Religion, Society and the Manipur Puyas. Akansha Publishing House. ISBN 978-81-8370-163-1.Devi, Dr Yumlembam Gopi. Glimpses of Manipuri Culture. ISBN 978-0-359-72919-7.

Textual sources

Mythical narration plays an integral role in nearly every genre of Meitei literature (Manipuri literature). Some of the best known literary sources are: Ancient textsDescriptionKhongjomnubi NongarolLegends of six girls turning into the Pleiades in the skyKonthoujam NongarolLegends of Konthoujam Tampha LairembiLeishemlonCreation mythSingh, Moirangthem Kirti (1998). Recent Researches in Oriental Indological Studies: Including Meiteilogy. Parimal Publications.Leithak LeikharolThe creation of the world, genealogy of kings, moral teachings and mythologyPanchani, Chander Sheikhar (1987). Manipur, Religion, Culture, and Society. Konark Publishers. ISBN 978-81-220-0047-4.Panthoibi KhongulRomantic adventures of the Goddess Panthoibi and the God Nongpok NingthouSociety and Economy in North-East India. Regency Publications. 2004. ISBN 978-81-87498-83-4.Zama, Margaret Ch (2013). Emerging Literatures from Northeast India: The Dynamics of Culture, Society and Identity. SAGE Publishing India. p. 79. ISBN 978-81-321-1746-9.North East India History Association. Session (2003). Proceedings of North East India History Association. The Association.Phouoibi WaronLegends of the multitude of loves of Goddess PhouoibiPoireiton KhunthokLegend of the human civilization on earth led by Poireiton and Leinaotabi from the underworld.Singh, R.K. Jhalajit (1965). A Short History of Manipur. O.K. Store.Sen, Sipra (1992). Tribes and Castes of Manipur: Description and Select Bibliography. Mittal Publications. ISBN 978-81-7099-310-0.Singh, Wahengbam Ibohal (1986). The History of Manipur: An early period. Manipur Commercial Company.Sakok LamlenA sequel to Leithak Leikharol.Singh, Ch Manihar (1996). A History of Manipuri Literature. Sahitya Akademi. ISBN 978-81-260-0086-9.

Mythical beings

Mythical beings include gods, goddesses, mythical creatures and many others.

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