Kohima: Elder Medoselhou Keretsü took the stage at The BookHome in Kohima this Saturday. He spoke for the 3rd edition of the Unscripted series. The Writers Collective organized the talk to keep local history alive. Keretsü described a life governed by a strict agricultural calendar and deep communal ties.
The Angami Naga elder touched on the history of the Tenyimia community. He spoke of the transition from ancient beliefs to modern faith. He noted that his people believed in a single supreme being long before Christianity arrived. They held a structured society based on integrity and justice. Keretsü explained that their ancient life mirrored many Christian values. He said, "We reflect a refined and well-structured society. We possessed great integrity and were characterized by our courtesy, generosity, god-fearing nature and our deep commitment to justice and equality."
He discussed funeral rites and the local justice system. He also shared tales involving the supernatural. These stories remain common within the Tenyimia community. For them, ghosts and spirits are part of the daily grind. Keretsü praised the audience for recording these fading accounts. He urged the crowd to continue documenting these oral traditions before they vanish forever.
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