Maibi

Further information: Maibi Jagoi

A Maibi or an Amaibi is a female priestess or a nun who uphold the sacred rites and rituals of Sanamahism (Meitei religion).^[1][2] Their lives and duties encompass a wide range of activities to the spiritual life of the Meitei ethnicity. They play significant role in the Lai Haraoba festival to please the Umang Lais and the Lam Lais.^[3][4] Maibism or Maibi culture is a dominant feature in Sanamahism.^[5] The male counterpart of a Maibi is a Maiba.

A motif of a Maibi, included in the tableau of Manipur state, shown in New Delhi

A motif of a Maibi, included in the tableau of Manipur state, shown in New Delhi on the Republic Day

Maibis performing Maibi Jagoi (priestesses' dance)

Other website

• The Anthropologist: International Journal of Contemporary and Applied Studies of Man. Kamla-Raj Enterprises. 2003.