Luwang Ningthou Punshiba
Luwang Ningthou Punshiba, shortly known as Luwang Punshiba (Old Manipuri: Luwang Punshipa), is a king of the Luwang dynasty of Ancient Manipur (Antique Kangleipak) civilization.[1][2] He is best known for his long life and outstanding wisdom in Manipuri folklore and history of Manipur.[3] According to the Hijan Hirao and the Hirol, he is the originator of the Hiyang Tannaba (boat race) with the invention of the Hiyang Hiren (traditional boat).[4][5][6] Some historians opined that Luwang Ningthou Punshiba is the fourth descendant of Poireiton and he has nine wives.[7] Regarding relationship with the Meitei kings of the Ningthouja dynasty, Punshiba gave training of state craft and the art of governance to Naothingkhong (663 AD-763 AD) when he was a prince.[8][9] Besides, the great grandson of Luwang Ningthou Punshiba (from his first wife) got married to Meitei king Naothingkhong's daughter.[10]
| Luwang Ningthou Punshiba | |||||||||
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| Solomon of Ancient Manipur | |||||||||
| ca. 7th century AD | |||||||||
| Predecessor | King Nongban Pombi Luwaoba | ||||||||
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| Royalty | Luwang dynasty | ||||||||
| Father | King Nongban Pombi Luwaoba (according to legend) | ||||||||
| Mother | Koubru Namoinu (according to legend) | ||||||||
| Religion | Meiteism of Sanamahism | ||||||||
| Occupation | King of the Luwang dynasty | ||||||||
However, he is also considered as a mythological divine figure in some literary works.[11][12]
Other websites
- Devi, Maimom Shanti (2001). Development of Education in Manipur. ISBN 9788185891293.
- Oberai, C. P. (2001). India, Wild and Wonderful. ISBN 9788121102421.
References
- ↑ Khaute, Lallian Mang (2010). The Sangai: The Pride of Manipur. Gyan Publishing House. ISBN 978-81-7835-772-0.
- ↑ Parratt, Saroj Nalini (1997). The Pleasing of the Gods: Meitei Lai Haraoba. Vikas Publishing House. ISBN 978-81-259-0416-8.
- ↑ Devi, L. Kunjeswori (2003). Archaeology in Manipur. Rajesh Publications. ISBN 978-81-85891-18-7.
- ↑ Khaute, Lallian Mang (2010). The Sangai: The Pride of Manipur. Gyan Publishing House. ISBN 978-81-7835-772-0.
- ↑ Session, North East India History Association (1990). Proceedings of North East India History Association. The Association.
- ↑ Singh, Moirangthem Kirti (1993). Folk Culture of Manipur. Manas Publications. ISBN 978-81-7049-063-0.
- ↑ Ray, Asok Kumar; Chakraborty, Satyabrata (2008). Society, Politics, and Development in North East India: Essays in Memory of Dr. Basudeb Datta Ray. Concept Publishing Company. ISBN 978-81-8069-572-8.
- ↑ Singh, Elangbam Nilakanta (1982). Aspects of Indian Culture. Jawaharlal Nehru Manipur Dance Academy.
- ↑ Devi, Maimom Shanti (2001). Development of Education in Manipur. Rajesh Publications. ISBN 978-81-85891-29-3.
- ↑ Brara, N. Vijaylakshmi (1998). Politics, Society, and Cosmology in India's North East. Oxford University Press. ISBN 978-0-19-564331-2.
- ↑ Medieval Indian Literature: An Anthology. Sahitya Akademi. 1997. ISBN 9788126003655.
- ↑ Parratt, Saroj Nalini (1997). The Pleasing of the Gods: Meitei Lai Haraoba. Vikas Publishing House. ISBN 978-81-259-0416-8.
