| Meitei Term | Meaning | |-------------|---------| | Eteima | Mother (reverential) | | Thu Naba | Departure journey | | Pena | Traditional one-stringed musical instrument | | Maiba | Traditional priest/healer | | Chatra | Bamboo platform for the soul | | Mecha Thaba | Lighting the lamp ritual | | Kwa | Betel nut | | Sanamahism | Indigenous Meitei religion |
However, there is a resurgence of interest in cultural heritage and traditional practices among younger generations. This has led to efforts to document and preserve Ewe customs and traditions, with the Eteima Thu Naba playing a crucial role in these initiatives. Eteima Thu Naba