![]() The underlying philosophy of main ‘teri, the concept of angin, and its connection to Malay cosmology, is shared and understood with varying degrees across Nusantara. Main ‘teri has been well documented in ethnographic literature (Kessler 1977 Laderman 1991 Hardwick 2009, 2013a, 2013b, 2014) and continues to be used to treat psychological and spiritual illness in rural Kelantan. ![]() A highlight of the 2013 Malay Culture Fest was a performance of main ‘teri, a Kelantanese Malay healing ritual. ![]() The festival marked the centre’s first anniversary after its recent facelift and inclusion as a Heritage Institute under the National Heritage Board. In September 2013, the Singapore Malay Heritage Centre (MHC) presented a three week long festival highlighting Malay culture.
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