Society in a Tailspin
The Shillong Times reports a disturbing trend of murder cases targeting young women in Meghalaya, prompting the community to reflect on the decline of its once-cherished values, particularly the Khasi principle of "Ka Tip Briew, Tip Blei," or "Knowing fellow humans to know God."
Knowing fellow humans to know God
This value system is rooted in the belief that every human being is an image of God, and that respecting and valuing one another is essential to truly knowing God. The repeated occurrence of such heinous crimes raises questions about the society's adherence to these intrinsic values, which were once the moral compass of the ancestors.
Author's summary: Meghalaya's rising murder cases prompt reflection on societal values.