Bokhha/Radu Lung / Bopkha (Marcha)" in Kirat Rai culture
In the Kirati community, the traditional alcohol called "Jad" is essential from birth to death rituals. To make Jad, the primary ingredient required is "Marcha." Making Jad first and foremost requires Marcha, which has been developed after centuries of long study and research.
It is an important invention in itself. In the march, necessary plants and grains such as bhosmari flower, jackfruit pulp, chitu, millet flour, wheat, beljam, etc., are ground into powder and prepared.
The selection of necessary plant species and the proper adjustment of their mixing ratio was not possible in a short time.
- Radu Lung = Kirati Marcha.
- Sivunam = Titepati (Mugwort).
- Subuku = Pure Water.
According to the religion, rituals, customs, and culture of Chulho Pujak Rai people, during various purification ceremonies or cleansing rituals, a mixture of Titepati (Artemisia), Kirati Marcha, and pure water has traditionally been used.
1. When constructing a new house.
2. When installing a new stove stone in a new house.
3. When purifying a postpartum mother.
4. When purifying those returning from a funeral.
5. When purifying the house of the deceased.
6. ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ...
Translation in English:
- Radu Lung = Kirati Marcha.
- Sivunam = Mugwort (Titepati).
- Subuku = Pure water.
Among the Chulha Pujak Rai people, according to their religion, rituals, and culture, the practice of purification in various ceremonies involves the use of a mixture of Titepati (Mugwort), Kirati Marcha, and pure water.
- Radu Lung > Marcha prepared by the hands of the Rai people or the Kirati community.
- Subuku > Clean water that ancestors have been drinking, sourced from underground springs, wells, stone spouts, and river sources.
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