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Thaara Jehun

Thaara jehun is performed by about twenty men or more, bearing tambourines. They move in rhythmic movements to the singing accompanied by drums. The lyrics of the songs for the most part hold no meaning although a few Arabic, Dhivehi and Persian words are evident. In its original form thaara was known to have had strong elements of self-mortification. During the performance the dancer stabs and pierces his body with knives and iron rods, while in a self induced trance, without sustaining any apparent injuries. This aspect of the dance is now banned. Although the origin of thaara dance is not known, the people of Giraavaru were the last to perform it in its original form.