9. U Simpyllieng – The Rainbow

Out of relentless darkness emerges hope and here we begin to feel the calm benediction of light. Although the rainbow as a symbol of hope is appropriate in any culture, in the rain-lashed Khasi Hills where the Monsoon exults in unleashing its power, the colours of the rainbow arcing against freshly washed skies, will obviously have a special resonance. Nature and Myth both underline the constancy of hope and mercy provided mankind acknowledges his own pride and seeks forgiveness from his God.