Molungkimong(Dekahaimong)Rev.Dr.E.W Clark's First Mission Station In Nagaland||Northeast Of India.

AI Overview Historical records prove that Naga forefathers wanted a ... Molungkimong village is a historic site in Nagaland, famous as the first village to embrace Christianity in the region on December 22, 1872. American missionary Rev. Edwin Winter Clark established the first church and baptized 15 converts on this date. The village is also notable for having the "First Village Gate in Naga Soil," which was built to welcome Rev. Clark, and the first Baptistery in Nagaland. Arrival of Christianity: Rev. E.W. Clark arrived in the village on December 22, 1872, after a long walk from Sibsagor, Assam. First Church and Baptism: On the same day, he established the first church in Nagaland and baptized 15 converts. Welcome Gate: A village gate, now known as the "First Village Gate in Naga Soil," was erected to welcome Clark and his escorts. Tree of Life: An ancient litchi tree planted by Rev. Clark in 1878 still stands in the nearby village of Molungyimsen and is known as the "Tree of Life". Foundation of Molungyimsen: In 1876, some Christian converts and Rev. Clark moved to form Molungyimsen (also called New Molung) as a peaceable Christian village. The first school in Nagaland was established there in 1878. Historical Significance: Molungkimong is recognized as the "Cradle of Christianity" in Nagaland, from where the faith spread to other parts of the state