Ibudhou Marjing

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Ibudhou Marjing is the God of northeast direction in Manipuri mythology. He is the God who invented the game of polo.[1] According to legend, Lord Marjing dwells in the hilltop of Heingang village.[2][3]

Ibudhou Marjing
God of polo and horses
Member of Manipuri Guardians of the Directions
AffiliationUmang Lai, Sanamahism, Manipuri mythology
AbodeHeingang village hilltop

In the Heingang hilltop, the Meitei people often worship the deity, lighting the candles before the onset of the polo game.[4] Lord Marjing is included in the Manipuri Polo mythology.[5]

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