Verse of the day
And this gospel of the kingdom will be proclaimed throughout the whole world as a testimony to all nations, and then the end will come.
Matthew 24:14WELCOME TO OUR KHENGRIG NAMSUM WEBSITE
Khengrig Namsum is the ancient name for the region now known as Zhemgang District in Bhutan. The Khengrig-Nam-Sum, which means the Dzongkhag is divided into three agro-ecological zones-Upper Kheng covering Bardo and Shingkhar with high altitude areas, Middle Kheng covering Nangkhor and Trong with middle altitude areas and Lower Kheng covering Phangkhar, Goshing, Nangla and Bjoka with mid-low altitude areas.
Historically, until the 17th century, the Kheng region was not unified and consisted of several smaller kingdoms ruled by local chieftains. In 1655, a significant event occurred with the construction of a one-storied Dzong (fortress) in Zhemgang.
Zhemgang is known for its rich biodiversity, with lush forests home to endangered species like the golden langur. It is also notable for being one of the last regions in Bhutan where ancient Bon (animist) religious practices are still observed alongside Buddhism. The inhabitants of Zhemgang have a vibrant culture, famous for their folk songs and dances, and their skill in crafting bamboo products.
In more recent times, the Khengrig Namsum was established in August 2014 by young farmers in Zhemgang. The cooperative aims to improve the livelihoods of the people in the Zhemgang district and involves members from all eight administrative blocks (Gewogs) of the region.
Therefore, Khengrig Namsum is not just a historical name but also represents a region with a unique cultural heritage, significant biodiversity, and ongoing efforts towards community development within Zhemgang District.
The people of the Dzongkhag cultivate mainly maize followed by rice, buckwheat, millet, barley, wheat, foxtail millet, potato, etc. Oranges are the main source of cash income for the southern and central Gewogs of the Dzongkhag. The northern Gewogs depend mainly on livestock products for source of income.
Matthew 28:18-20
And Jesus came and said to them, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.”
