The Tikhir community is celebrating Tsonglak-nyi under the theme “Pojü vila peinü mütsin vi-ei” meaning “Live culturally by tradition,” at Kiusam Town from October 9 to 12, with the main celebration held on October 10.
Rev Fr Thomas Toretkiu, in his exhortation on the theme, said that “living culturally by tradition” means embracing and practising one’s heritage, values, beliefs, and customs. He emphasised the importance of passing down traditional knowledge and practices to younger generations through dance, music, art, and other creative expressions.
“Our culture is our identity, allowing good values to shape our beliefs,” he said, adding that cultural practices foster community cohesion and strengthen social bonds. He highlighted the values of sanctification, purity, and humility befo