The Cambodian myth of lightning, thunder, and rain - Prumsodun Ok

"Moni Mekhala Ream Eyso" is the most sacred dance drama in Cambodia. It is performed every year in the buong suong ceremony, and explains the origins of lightning, thunder and rain according to the Khmer people. Prumsodun Ok tells this empowering tale that still enlightens our world today.

Lesson by Prumsodun Ok, animation by Silvia Prietov.

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[thenmozhi]

Moni mehkala - sea
Ream Eyso-fire(heat)
The Fight between both - EVAPORATION(rain) which rejunuvates the earth(VORACHHUN)

[ThePopushi]

I know nothing of Cambodian myths, but I will say that Moni Mekhala is a *beautiful* name. It rolls off the tongue. I really like it lol

[aIiza]

_"When shall we three meet again, _
_In thunder,  lightning, or in rain?”_
- Macbeth, Act 1, Scene 1

[danstiver]

Everything changed when the Fire Nation attacked.

[withlove-emi]

Don't get me wrong, I love a good tale of Zeus fuckery, but there's a lot amazingly creative and wonderful mythological and spiritual stories outside of Greek and Roman mythology. I didn't know anything about Cambodia, but this video was such a treat! I'd personally love to see more tales from other cultures from around globe.

[stormysamreen]

Mekhala: *wins contest
Lok Ta: "Doesn't matter who won, y'all get prizes"
Mekhala: "Am I a joke to you?"

[TheJojoletta]

For those who think the story isn't finished, you're right! They're still fighting. Ream Eyso is still looking for Moni Mekala and every time he's close to her, he throws his ax, which always misses. His ax produces the Thunder after the Lightning (Imagine Dragon ref). That's why every time you see a flash of lightning, you better brace yourself for a tremendous sound that follows. Eyso misses again! Poor guy, Moni Mekala is always a step ahead of him. This story is one of my childhood favorites. I've always been a fan, watching about other myths from around the world, but never had I thought TED would make an animation of it, and a great one too. Thank you for spreading knowledge about my country!

[rohithmuthu]

Manimekala is actually present in the tamil literature called “manimekalai” . She is the buddhist goddess of the sea and is believed to be the one who engulfed the port city of poombuhar.

[athendity]

Dude,
You have a weapon,
A DIAMOND AXE...
And now you want a crystal ball—

[moonvathna]

I’m Cambodian! So proud of this!
Btw, Lok Ta means an old man/grandpa so it’s not actually part of his name, it’s just polite to address someone older

[evywthingseemsdiffagain]

The animation is absolutely amazing. Ted Ed videos usually are, but this one just takes my breath away.

[gavinresch]

A diamond axe isn't a good gift it's just put 3 diamonds and 2 sticks into a crafting table.

[ayushibaloni]

Moni Mekhala resembles Krishna from Indian mythology, or is it just me?

[brieason]

Vorachhun:Triforce of courage
Moni Mekhala:Triforce of wisdom
Ream Eyso:Triforce of power

[jayflaboozy]

wow the human mind is so creative, they got all of this just from lighting and thunder

[akbrahma]

Moni and Mekhla are common Bengali names in India. Mythical tales spreads far.

[_Onlime]

The animators you have are *the best*
_Keep it up Ted Ed!_

[akshaj_animates]

Moni Mekhala: 'Wins'
Tok La: "You all win!"
Moni Mekhala: *"Sounds like communist Propaganda but ok"*

[LeJinlong]

Nice to see some Southeast Asian myths taking the spotlight; I've grown weary from the typical Greek, Roman and Norse myths

[moonstonepearl]

I was pleasantly surprised when the story went in the direction of how he was proud of all his students and loved them all like his children, so he decided to give them all a gift. It's some really positive mentor/parenting instead of the favoritism that is often shown in stories like this.