Naga folklore

Naga folklore describes a collection of local stories, celebrations and customs of the Nagas that occupy Northeastern region of India and Northwestern region of Myanmar. The Nagas are made up of distinct cultures including Angami, Ao, Lotha, Sümi and many others. Each group has its own unique folkloric tradition.[1]

Folktales

Jina and Etiben

Main article: Jina and Etiben

Jina and Etiben is an Ao Naga folktale about two lovers from Mopungchuket who were tragically separated due to the differences in their social status.[2]

Sopfünuo

Main article: Sopfünuo

Sopfünuo is an Angami Naga folktale about a woman and her child whose lives were tragically cut short on their way back to their native village in Rüsoma.[3]

References

  1. ^ "Nagaland: Land of festivals and folklore". Hindustan Times. 31 October 2019. Retrieved 27 November 2022.
  2. ^ "History revisited: The romance of Etiben and Jina, a folk tale of Ao tribes". india360.theindianadventure.com. 15 May 2020. Retrieved 27 November 2022.
  3. ^ Joshi, Vibha (2012). A Matter of Belief: Christian Conversion and Healing in North-East India. Berghahn Books. ISBN 9780857456731. Retrieved 27 November 2022.