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Visual Arts, Artisanry, and Crafting

Visual Arts, Artisanry, and Crafting

Language in the Community

Language in the Community
JAMBILI ATHON
Jambili Athon, a revered wooden craft among Karbi people of Northeast India, serves as a powerful symbol of Karbi cultural identity, heritage, and spiritual beliefs. The origin of Jambili Athon is intricately connected to the Karbi dirge known as "Kacharhe", a sacred tradition passed down through generations. The Jambili Athon is made by chosen craftsmen who receive divine guidance through dreams, emphasising the sacred nature of its creation. The associated rituals involve offerings and recitations of ancestral names, honouring the lineage that has preserved this tradition. Jambili Athon plays a vital role in Karbi ceremonies, including the Chomkan festival and crowning ceremonies, and is regarded as a symbol of cultural pride and identity.
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