IMPHAL, Dec 13: Seeking the almighty’s blessing and strength for perseverance marked the 100th year of people of the Thadou tribe embracing Christian religion with the main anniversary programme held at Motbung of Sadar Hills today.
Prior to the actual cele-bration held under the aus- pices of Thadou Christian Centenary Committee, a commemoration stone constructed at Motbung Bazar was unveiled by Rev Dr FS Downs from the United States.
The memorial stone is informed to have been pre- pared and brought from the scenic Haipi village.
a large number of Tha-dous scattered/settled in the States of Nagaland and assam as well as from various corners of Manipur thronged at the celebration venue where members of Tangkhul baptist, Paite, Rongmei Naga Baptist, Ta-rao, Anal Naga, Chongthu, Kuki and Thadou community praised the Almighty through religious renditions.
Besides Church and pu-blic leaders the celebration programme was participat-ed by Dr Samuel Ghann from the United Kingdom, USA’s Judith Boyd, CBCNEI general secretary Rev Dr JM Paupu, Chairman of Manipur Legislative As-sembly’s Hill Areas Com- mittee Thangminlien Kip-gen, MLA Kangpokpi assembly constituency and Haokholet Kipgen (MLA).
In his brief speech at the occasion, Thangminlien conveyed that the Motbung event is only the beginning of similar celebrations and expressed hope that the centenary message of peace and harmony would re-streng- then the age-old fraternal ties amongst various communities.
The Thadou Tribe Council, Gen Hqs also conveyed the message of peace and progress in the society.
other highlight of the celebration include presentation of Thadou Literature Award to Rosy Thomsang, grand-daughter of revered Thadou literary figure (Late) Ngulhao Thomsang and honorary presentations to Thadou elders and leaders. - TSE
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Thadou Christians' centenary
Imphal, December 13 2008: THE THADOU Christianity Centenary Committee today celebrated the hundredth year of the Thadou Christianity with a grand function held at Motbung ground in Senapati District.
The day was celebrated in the memory of Late Ngulhao Thomsung who was the first Thadou man baptized to Christianity on the 20th January, 1908 .
He was honoured by bestowing him the title of Father of Thadou Kuki Literature on the occasion.
A centenary stone was also laid at the Motbung ground and the place was christened Centenary Avenue.
Representative of Christian Baptist, USA, Dr Fredrick Downs unveiled the Centenary Stone donated by chairman of Hill Areas Committee and MLA Thangminlien Kipgen, Saitu A/C MLA Haokholet Kipgen and Chandel A/C MLA Thangkholun Haokip.
Different choir groups representing various communities presented choirs in praise of Lord Jesus Christ.
Cultural troops also performed traditional folk dances.
Source: Hueiyen News Service
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Prior to the actual cele-bration held under the aus- pices of Thadou Christian Centenary Committee, a commemoration stone constructed at Motbung Bazar was unveiled by Rev Dr FS Downs from the United States.
The memorial stone is informed to have been pre- pared and brought from the scenic Haipi village.
a large number of Tha-dous scattered/settled in the States of Nagaland and assam as well as from various corners of Manipur thronged at the celebration venue where members of Tangkhul baptist, Paite, Rongmei Naga Baptist, Ta-rao, Anal Naga, Chongthu, Kuki and Thadou community praised the Almighty through religious renditions.
Besides Church and pu-blic leaders the celebration programme was participat-ed by Dr Samuel Ghann from the United Kingdom, USA’s Judith Boyd, CBCNEI general secretary Rev Dr JM Paupu, Chairman of Manipur Legislative As-sembly’s Hill Areas Com- mittee Thangminlien Kip-gen, MLA Kangpokpi assembly constituency and Haokholet Kipgen (MLA).
In his brief speech at the occasion, Thangminlien conveyed that the Motbung event is only the beginning of similar celebrations and expressed hope that the centenary message of peace and harmony would re-streng- then the age-old fraternal ties amongst various communities.
The Thadou Tribe Council, Gen Hqs also conveyed the message of peace and progress in the society.
other highlight of the celebration include presentation of Thadou Literature Award to Rosy Thomsang, grand-daughter of revered Thadou literary figure (Late) Ngulhao Thomsang and honorary presentations to Thadou elders and leaders. - TSE
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Thadou Christians' centenary
Imphal, December 13 2008: THE THADOU Christianity Centenary Committee today celebrated the hundredth year of the Thadou Christianity with a grand function held at Motbung ground in Senapati District.
The day was celebrated in the memory of Late Ngulhao Thomsung who was the first Thadou man baptized to Christianity on the 20th January, 1908 .
He was honoured by bestowing him the title of Father of Thadou Kuki Literature on the occasion.
A centenary stone was also laid at the Motbung ground and the place was christened Centenary Avenue.
Representative of Christian Baptist, USA, Dr Fredrick Downs unveiled the Centenary Stone donated by chairman of Hill Areas Committee and MLA Thangminlien Kipgen, Saitu A/C MLA Haokholet Kipgen and Chandel A/C MLA Thangkholun Haokip.
Different choir groups representing various communities presented choirs in praise of Lord Jesus Christ.
Cultural troops also performed traditional folk dances.
Source: Hueiyen News Service
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