Abstract
There are various cultures in Indonesia, one of which is the tradition of sebar punjen in the wedding ceremony. The aim of this research is to find out the communication patterns in the sebar punjen tradition. This study used qualitative research with ethnography of communication approach. In this study, researchers applied data collection techniques using observation, interview, record, and note. The data used in this study consisted of two types, namely primary data and secondary data. This research used Dell Hymes' SPEAKING theory. The results of this study indicate that there is a communicative situation in the tradition of sebar punjen. That tradition is performed at the house of the bride with the last child and is held at night. This communicative event is preceded by an opening which is done by the elders, the parents of their son-in-law, and the grandchildren then form a line. Elders give advice to their children, children-in-law, and grandchildren. After the prayer from the elders is finished, the line goes around uborampe (offerings) in unison. Then the elders spread coins mixed with yellow rice and spices to relatives and neighbors and then scramble to take coins.
Highlights
Indonesia has been a diverse country consisting of many cultures, ethnicities, customs, and religions
The Javanese people are one of the ethnic groups in Indonesia who are proud of their culture
The results of this study indicate that there is a communicative situation in this seven-month event
Summary
Indonesia has been a diverse country consisting of many cultures, ethnicities, customs, and religions. Culture is an idea or action and a human being who produces work for the life of society that is made into a human being for learning. Javanese culture has much diversity to inspire Javanese people in their actions or behavior. From the much diversity that Javanese people possess, this community has its uniqueness. They usually take all actions that cannot be separated from the tradition or habit adhered to by their elders for a long time. The uniqueness that exists in Javanese society can be seen from the community’s trust, language, arts, and traditions. The Javanese people are one of the ethnic groups in Indonesia who are proud of their culture
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