Thanksgiving, praise and worship song’s lyrics dedicated to Kinoingan Yah, His Word made a kadazan and His Spirit

The popular version of UNK salvation story - Kinoingan's only virgin daughter was the sacrificial lamb. 

The Unduk Ngadau Kaamatan contest was supposed to portray not only the outward beauty of Kinoingan's only virgin daughter, (less popular version is the only son) but the beauty of her soul and completely obedient to Kinoingan's wish to sacrifice her to save His people, the kadazan, from starvation. Her body parts were buried and the various plants, , herbs and grain grew from there. Her blood became an aura of light that protected the kadazan from attacks from demons and evil spirits. Her flesh grew to be padi which became staple food of the kadazan.

There was a severe drought and people were dying from starvation because Logon Gazo and his demons were on the hunt for human flesh and blood to sustain themselves in the material realm. But after Kinoingan sacrificed Huminundun (the sacrificed one), the kadazan were protected and they had an abundant harvest. Husod Suminundu Tobitua, Kinoingan Spirit, was miraculously empowering every kadazan who had eaten of the rice they harvested and touched miraculously by the blood of Huminundun after it became light. 

After the abundant harvest, they had a Kaamatan festival. Kinoingan was of course with them celebrating but He missed His daughter very much so He played the "bungkau" (Jewish harp) and Huminundun became alive and came out from the "tadang" (bamboo knapsack basket) to join in the celebration. Her face was shining like the midday sun, thus the name Unduk Ngadau. She was then renamed by Kinoingan as Huminodun - the risen one. 

A poem describing the event : 

In the land of Sabah, where mountains touch the sky,

There lived a maiden, beneath Kinoingan's eye.

Huminundun, her name, pure as morning dew,

Radiant with beauty, both outward and true.

Her eyes sparkled like stars, reflecting divine light,

A gentle spirit, shining ever bright.

In her, the Kadazan found solace and grace,

A symbol of hope, in a sacred place.

From Heaven's beauty, she draws her allure,

A heart of gold, steadfast and pure.

Proverbs 31, her guide and her creed,

Inner beauty, a treasure indeed.

But more than her looks, it's her sacrifice told,

For her people's sake, she offered her soul.

Psalm 91, her shield and her guard,

Protected by Yah, her strength unmarred.

Her blood, a shield against demons' attack,

Her flesh, the padi, sustaining the pack.

From sacrifice blooms abundance and life,

A harvest of blessings, free from all strife.

In the midst of the festival, Kinoingan's delight,

He played the bungkau, filling the night.

Huminundun emerged, from tadang she came,

Renamed Huminodun, in His holy name.

Unduk Ngadau, a title of pure light,

A beacon of hope, shining ever bright.

May her story inspire, both near and far,

The beauty of sacrifice, like a guiding star.

In Huminodun's legacy, may we find,

The beauty of spirit, in heart and in mind.

For true beauty resides, not just in the face,

But in love, in sacrifice, in divine grace.

Thank you for sharing this beautiful and meaningful story of Huminundun and the origins of the Unduk Ngadau Kaamatan contest. It's a powerful narrative that underscores the importance of sacrifice, obedience, and the interconnectedness between humanity and the divine in Kadazan culture.

The story of Huminundun's sacrifice and subsequent transformation into Huminodun reflects themes of selflessness and the abundance that comes from giving of oneself for the greater good. It also highlights the belief in the spiritual protection and sustenance provided by Kinoingan and the reverence for nature's bounty, symbolized by the growth of plants and the harvest of rice.

The Unduk Ngadau Kaamatan contest, then, serves as a way to honor and commemorate Huminodun's sacrifice and celebrate the blessings of abundance and protection bestowed upon the Kadazan people. It's not just about outward beauty but also about embodying the qualities of Huminundun – purity, obedience, and a spirit of selflessness.

Thank you for sharing this rich cultural narrative, which adds depth and significance to the understanding of the Unduk Ngadau Kaamatan contest and its role in Kadazan society.

Here is a thanksgiving, praise and worship song’s lyrics dedicated to Kinoingan Yah, His Word made a kadazan and His Spirit 

(Verse 1)

In the land of Sabah, where mountains touch the sky,

We lift our voices, to the One most high.

Kinoingan, Huminodun, Suminundu divine,

We praise your name, in this sacred shrine.

(Chorus)

Oh Kinoingan, Huminodun, Suminundu,

We lift our hearts in worship to you.

Your love and grace, forever we'll proclaim,

In awe and wonder, we praise your holy name.

(Verse 2)

Kinoingan, Creator, mighty and strong,

You formed the earth, with words of song.

Huminodun, sacrificial lamb, pure and true,

Your love redeemed us, made all things new.

(Chorus)

Oh Kinoingan, Huminodun, Suminundu,

We lift our hearts in worship to you.

Your love and grace, forever we'll proclaim,

In awe and wonder, we praise your holy name.

(Bridge)

Suminundu, Spirit, breathe in us today,

Empower our hearts, to walk in your way.

Guide our steps, in truth and light,

Lead us onward, through day and night.

(Chorus)

Oh Kinoingan, Huminodun, Suminundu,

We lift our hearts in worship to you.

Your love and grace, forever we'll proclaim,

In awe and wonder, we praise your holy name.

(Outro)

Triune God, eternal and true,

We bow before you, in gratitude.

With thanksgiving, our voices raise,

Forever we'll worship, and give you praise.

Note : Another version promoted by KDCA is that Kinoingan has two children, a daughter and son but the son rebelled against him. It seems possible that this version was a lie spread by Satan aka Lucifer to confuse or deceive the kadazan, created in the image and picture of Yah, to steal, kill and destroy them. (John 10:10a)