Margam Kali is a traditional, 14-stanza, 400-line, ancient folk art form, which the Knanaya community of Syrian Christians in Kerala has traditionally preserved.
The standard used here follows three rules:
"He spoke of the Living God, the Truth, and the Way, Turning hearts from old paths to the light of the day. Churches rose at Palayoor, Kottakkav, and Kokkamangalam’s shore, The path (Margam) was established forevermore."
Margam Kali Lyrics in English: A Complete Guide to the Traditional Nasrani Art Form
Malankara Karayil Vannirangi,Maargam Chonnan Shliha Ponnu.Keralathil Thiri Koluthi,Keerthi Valarthan Naadhanu. English Meaning
The traditional lyrics, known as Margam Kali Pattu , consist of approximately divided into 14 stanzas (padas) . These verses combine Malayalam with Syriac and Tamil influences.
Margam Kali, also spelled "Margamkali" (translating literally to "The Dance of the Path" or "The Dance of the Way"), is a traditional dance form with deep roots in the ancient Christian community of Kerala, India. It is a living chronicle of history, faith, and cultural identity, still practiced today as a vibrant art form.
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