Javanese Society Research Articles

The Symbolic Meaning of The Javanese Tradition of Munggahna Kuda-Kuda in The Community of Malang District

The procession of installing the roof frame of a house, which is termed as Munggahna Kuda-kuda in Javanese society, is carried out with a procession. This is done as a tradition that has been passed down from generation to generation and is believed to prevent the owner of the house from bad luck that might happen in the future. The purpose of this research is 1) to describe the procession of Munggahna Kuda-kuda Malang Regency, 2) the symbolic meaning of offerings in Munggahna Kuda-kuda Malang Regency. This type of research is descriptive qualitative with a semiotic approach in studying the culture of the local community. The sampling technique in this study used nonprobability sampling with purposive sampling. Research data and data sources in the form of the Mungahna Kuda-kuda tradition in Javanese society, especially in Malang Regency. The data collection technique in this research is by conducting interviews with sources of literature study on manuscripts. The results of this study are in the form of a procession in this tradition starting with determining the naga tahun or cardinal direction in accordance with the month in the Javanese calendar. second, determining the naga dina or good day in accordance with community beliefs. Third, a joint prayer event attended by workers and local residents with a dish consisting of sega golong and jenang sengkolo or glutinous rice porridge consisting of two colors, red and white. The fourth is the process of installing the roof of the house which is accompanied by the installation of offerings. Each offering consists of rice, corn, sugar cane, bananas, a red and white flag, and a set of clothes (sewek, shirt, and veil). Each symbol has its own meaning. The determination of the direction of the wind, the day, and the symbols in the offerings and selamatan dishes have a good purpose, namely as a manifestation of gratitude and prayers for safety to the Almighty in accordance with community beliefs.

JAVANESE VALUES REFLECTED IN PENGAKUAN PARIYEM NOVEL WRITTEN BY LINUS SURYADI AG

This study aims to determine the values of Javanese society as reflected in Pengakuan Pariyem novel by Linus Suryadi AG. More specifically, this research is aimed to answer two problem questions, namely what the Javanese values are reflected in Pengakuan Pariyem novel.The rationality of the research is to give a better understanding of the Javanese values in Javanese. The method used in this study is a descriptive method, in the form of qualitative, with a sociological approach. In collecting the data, the writer used note-taking technique. The research applied some tools of analysis that developed in the study of literature such as Javanese Values and Cultural Studies. The result of this research brings two contributions namely theoretically and practically. From theoretically, is expected to provide more specific knowledge and information regarding Javanese values. Practically, it may provide helpful reference material for further researchers who are interested in relevant topics. The results of data analysis show that seven kinds of Javanese values are reflected in Pengakuan Pariyem novel: sungkan,halus,grapyak,isin,nrimo,polite, and humble.

Stratifikasi dalam praktek komunikasi bahasa Jawa dan masa depan kontekstualisasi kajian barat terhadap “orang Jawa” (Sebuah agenda riset)

The development of locally-based communication theories in Indonesia in the context of globalization and the advancement of communication technology. Communication experts in Indonesia feel the need to develop communication concepts that are in line with the local context. This concept has been pioneered by several communication experts in Asian countries such as China, India, Korea, and Japan. The dominance of Western theories has sparked a desire to research and develop communication science concepts by emphasizing cultural uniqueness. This research outlines the cultural characteristic differences between the West and the East, especially in left (West) and right (East) thinking, as well as the use of time. An analysis is conducted on the stratified Javanese language concept, including the use of different language levels according to social stratification. In this context, the research also associates post-structuralist and post-colonial concepts to understand the dynamics of communication in Javanese society. The research concludes with a discussion of the influence of moral systems, social stratification, and power in the communication process using the Javanese language. It is concluded that communication in Javanese society is not only influenced by language levels but also by ethical and moral systems that regulate relationships between social classes. This research aims to provide new insights into the communication system in Javanese society and stimulate further research in the field of related communication sciences.

Analysis of the Value of Character Education in the Surakarta Style Javanese Bridal Paes and Its Relevance for Javanese Language Learning in Elementary Schools

This research was a qualitative descriptive research using a semiotic approach. This research aims to analyze the value of character education contained in the symbols in the Surakarta style Javanese bridal paes and its relevance as the Javanese language learning material for elementary school level. The symbols in Javanese bridal paes are a medium for transforming noble values containing Javanese cultural teachings for bridal couples in particular and Javanese society in general, especially the younger generation. This is closely related to character development based on local genius. Therefore, this research tries to describe the symbols in Surakarta style Javanese bridal paes as a manifestation of character education values. Each part in Javanese bridal paes is a representation of local wisdom intended to be a medium for educating noble character. The main data collection techniques are direct observation, interviews, documentation of Javanese Surakarta style brides which are strengthened by documentation analysis. For the validity of the data, credibility techniques are used which are carried out by: 1) diligent observation, 2) triangulation of methods and sources, 3) peer discussion, 4) adequacy of references. The data validity technique uses theory triangulation and source triangulation. The data analysis technique in this research uses Charles Sanders Pierce's semiotic analysis technique. The research results show that each part of the Surakarta style Javanese bridal paes is a symbol that contains noble Javanese cultural values which can be a guide for the bridal couple and relevan for Javanese Language Learning in Elementary Schools.

The noble character-based learning in the ornaments of Kraton Yogyakarta: A visual analysis of Javanese cultural heritage

In the context of art as a language, ornament also functions as a visual language, because in Javanese culture there is a tradition to express an idea, expression, and moral message containing learning about noble morals through ornamentation. This paper aims to analyze what are the noble moral-based learning contained in ornaments in Kraton Yogyakarta and what influenced them. Data were obtained through field observation, interviews, and literature studies. The results showed that the decorative figural art and ornamentation in Javanese culture are not only visually captivating but also convey profound cultural, religious, and moral meanings, making them an essential part of the Javanese cultural heritage. The visual narrative of ornaments was mainly influenced by cultural acculturation in Javanese society, while noble character-based learning was the result of religious syncretism and belief in Javanese culture.

STRUKTUR CERITA RAKYAT JAWA TENGAH BALAI-BALAI KAYU JATI: KAJIAN ANTROPOLOGI SASTRA

Folklore is a story passed down from generation to generation that has been passed down from generation to generation orally to be preserved. Folklore contains aspects relating to attitudes, behavior and cultural values of society. Literary anthropology studies discuss literary works by emphasizing cultural values. This research aims to explain the structure and content of the story of Balai-Balai Kayu Jati and reveal the cultural reflection of Central Javanese society (especially the Tlogosari community). Balai-Balai Kayu Jati are analyzed from two perspectives, namely as works of fiction and as physical evidence of culture. As a work of fiction, a study is carried out on the structural elements of the story, while as physical evidence of culture, it is analyzed using a literary anthropology approach. The research results show that structurally, the story of Balai-Balai Kayu Jati is composed of characters, themes, settings and story points of view. Meanwhile, by using a literary anthropology approach, we can understand the cultural side of the people of Tlogosari, Central Java, namely the aspects of knowledge, technology, social society and art.

Harmony of Monotheism in Becekan Rajab: Exploration of Islamic Education Values in the Mystical Tradition of Javanese Society

The society's beliefs in Java regarding traditions related to Islamic education values can be diverse and complex due to Java's rich cultural and historical background with various beliefs. Therefore, it is important to note that each group or community in Java may have different perspectives on traditions and Islamic educational values. This research aims to analyze the history, process, and Islamic educational values found in the Becekan Rajab tradition in Javanese society. The research uses a qualitative method with field research. The results of the study show that the Becekan tradition historically originated from the instinct of an ancestor named Mbah Pucet, the first Village Head of Kaliwungukidul Ngombol Purworejo, around 1930. This tradition is part of the village's traditional ritual or village cleansing, which is held every 27th of Rajab. The series of the Becekan tradition ceremony begins with cleaning the graves, slaughtering a goat at the gravesite, reciting Yasin Tahlil, and holding religious lectures. Islamic educational values present in the Becekan tradition include values of faith, ethics, appreciation for knowledge, humanity, balance, and compassion for all (rahmatan lil’alamin). This research can help Javanese communities understand the Becekan tradition more deeply, including its history, implementation process, and the values it contains. It can broaden people's awareness of local traditions and strengthen their cultural identity.

THE INFLUENCE OF FINANCIAL LITERACY, FINANCIAL TECHNOLOGY AND GENDER TO FINANCIAL INCLUSION ON KEDIRI CITY, EAST JAVA SOCIETY

Financial inclusion is one of the interesting discussions in global economic development. Indonesia is a country in ASEAN that has had the most rapid increase in financial inclusion in recent years. In the era of the Industrial Revolution 4.0, everyone is required to be able to follow the development of existing technology and information. This study aims to determine the influence of independent variables (financial literacy, financial technology, gender) on the dependent variable (financial inclusion) in the City of Kediri, East Java society.. This study is a causality study with quota sampling. The data of this study is quantitative by collecting data by questionnaire. The data analysis technique used is multiple linear regression. The result of this study based on t statistical tests shows that financial literacy has a positive effect on financial inclusion. While the variables of financial technology, and gender did not affect financial inclusion. Based on the statistical test F, all of the independent variables simultaneously influence the dependent variable (financial inclusion).

PENGETAHUAN LOKAL MASYARAKAT TEMANGGUNG DALAM BASA TEMANGGUNGAN (SEBUAH TELISIK ETNOLINGUISTIK)

This study aims to use an ethnolinguistic viewpoint and a phenomenological approach to explain the meaning of linguistic units in the Javanese Temanggung dialect. This is in line with the theory of language relativity put forward by Humbolt thesis of language relativity, which claims that there is a link between society, language, and culture, and that each language includes a unique world view. The core data in this study are the linguistic expressions in Basa Temanggungan video, and the secondary data are key informant confirmation and verification results regarding the meaning of lingual units found in the video.The findings suggest that language expressions can describe people's local knowledge based on their culture. The term usel, for example, refers to donated money that is wrapped in a little envelope and given to the host when attending a celebration. It is termed usel because it is offered to the host by slipping it into the host’s hand. The habit of small chat is still very prominent in Javanese society, the host receives the donation with small conversation as if he were about to decline it, forcing the giver to push the host to accept it by tucking it in. The word usel is only used by Temanggung people, not by individuals from other communities.

The Meaning of Symbolic Aesthetic of Basic Shapes in Sundanese Culture

This paper aims to examine the symbolic aesthetic concepts that exist in Sundanese society and culture in West Java, Indonesia. The symbolic meaning that exists or is applied to forms that are known in art and design. With the method of interpretation and using Sundanese as a source of research, several expressions and proverbs are found that use the basic shapes, namely squares, triangles and circles. The results of this study indicate that there are symbolic meanings of the three basic forms which indicate that in Sundanese culture there is awareness of the existence of these basic forms and give them symbolic meanings. These basic forms are generally sourced from objects found in nature. The meaning of this basic form refers to a certain function that is applied according to the character of the basic form in its implementation. This symbolic meaning generally refers to efforts to create cultural values towards perfection. The meaning of this basic shape can be used for the meaning of the basic shape used in designs with a local cultural approach, especially in areas where the culture grows and develops.

SEMAR (An Analysis of God's Form of Togetherness with Javanese Society)

This paper aims to find out by analytically describing Semar as a form of God's togetherness with Javanese society. In order to reach the desired goal, one question was asked: how is Semar a form of God's togetherness with the Javanese people? The method, or way to obtain Semar as a form of God's togetherness with Javanese society, is carried out using hermeneutics, semiotics, dialectics and referentics in accordance with existing forms, where Semar has words or language, symbols and behavior. Semar's approach as a form of togetherness between God and Javanese society is a makrifat philosophy, namely a human understanding of God. The result of this writing is that Semar is a form of God's togetherness with the Javanese people, his surah and sirah always chant: 1. God, 2. goodness, and 3. humans. Chanting God, in Surahs: 1). the gender is neither male nor female, 2). parents, 3). around him. In sirah: 1). namur kawula, 2). calm, 3). if the weapon farts. Chanting goodness, in the surah: 1). hands are accusing, 2). left hand grasps. In sirah: 1). namur kawula, 2). memayu hayuning Bawana, 3). patience, 4). wearing a pole. Chanting humans, a. in the surah: 1). with a white tip pointing upwards, 2). wearing a Kawung batik sarong, 3). wearing earrings, necklaces, bracelets and anklets. In sirah: 1). If you start saying: lae-lae mbegeg ugeg-ugeg sadilita heml-heml.

Laughing the Pain Away: Understanding Sambat Practice among Javanese Youth

In recent years, a verbal act of jokingly sharing grievances among Javanese youth labelled as sambat has become increasingly visible and audible both in social media and local radio. Sambat is a practice among Javanese youth where Javanese language is mixed with non-linguistic comedic touches to express a collective identity of being young, struggling with life’s problems, and feeling broken-hearted. This paper seeks to understand the emergence of sambat practice among Javanese youth on the internet and its traditional continuity within Javanese society. It explores the relation between language, emotion, and cultural practice through the lens of linguistic anthropology. The central argument is that the popularity of sambat on the internet has shifted the value of Javanese language from its traditional association with hierarchy to a comedic language that symbolises sadness, pain, and the persona of heartbroken youth.

Social Solidarity of Javanese Society in Seven Villages of Modayag District

This research is oriented towards discussing Durkheim's social solidarity in the transmigrant society in the seven Villages in Modayag District, East Bolaang Mongondow Regency. This study uses a qualitative descriptive method with fourteen informants. The technique of determining informants is purposive sampling. The research instruments are the researchers themselves and the data analysis techniques include data reduction, data display, data verification. Based on the results of the study, it was found that the social solidarity built in the Javanese society in the seven Villages in Modayag is in the form of organic solidarity according to Durkheim's theory. Mechanical solidarity is the solidarity built because of the art and cultural values jointly adhered to in society or societies that are still homogeneous in nature. In the Javanese society in the seven Villages in Modayag District, East Bolaang Mongondow Regency, religious values, language, art and culture are maintained even though the transmigrant society lives amidst the indigenous Mongondow culture and other tribes such as Minahasa, Gorontalo and Sanger. However, Javanese culture has become a collective value that can influence the surrounding community. The Javanese society in the seven Villages in Modayag interacts with various cultures, tribes and religions, but the rooted Javanese religious values, language and art culture are maintained and give birth to a collective conscience among the Javanese people which becomes a symbol of their social solidarity.

THE STUDY OF TINGKEBAN RITUAL IN ATTA HALILINTAR’S YOUTUBE CHANNEL

Tingkeban is one of the traditions of the Javanese. This tradition has been passed down from generation to generation until now. The tingkeban ritual is carried out with the aim of being a means of praying so that the unborn baby in the womb is always given health. The Javanese still believe this tingkeban tradition must be carried out in the Javanese society, so this is as the reason the writers did research. To support the problems in this research, the writers used semiotic theory. The theory is used discussed to find the meaning in which found in tingkepan ritual. Because this research studies the meaning of each procession carried out in Aurel Hermansyah's Tingkeban ritual and the data taken comes from the video of Aurel Hermansyah's Tingkeban ritual which is uploaded to the Atta Halilintar YouTube channel. The aim of this tradition is to make the baby in the womb are protected from disaster. Keywords: tingkeban, ritual, and tradition

GENERATION Z’s PERCEPTION OF JAVANESE ORAL TRADITION OF MYTH AND TABOO ORA ILOK IN JAVANESE SOCIETY

The various myth and taboos of ora ilok are familiar among several Javanese groups. The objective of this research is to understand generation Z’s perception of the Javanese myth and taboo ora ilok in Javanese society. This research employs the descriptive qualitative method, involving 76 respondents from various regions of Java such as Central Java, East Java, West Java, and the Special Region of Yogyakarta. The respondents were born between 1996 and 2005. Results show that the majority of respondents do not believe in the ora ilok myths. However, there is a different opinion from Generation Z. Some consider myths as a joke and treat them with scepticism, while a few still believe in these myths, viewing them as rules that must be followed, with potential repercussions for breaking them. Meanwhile, none of the respondents believes in the ora ilok taboo. Ora ilok is a Javanese term used to describe something which is not good and unethical due to its associated prohibitions. It is unwritten and serves as important rules of politeness, serving as a reminder for children, teenagers, and adults. There are values behind the word ora ilok, but the elders usually emphasize its negative consequences on the physical and mental well-being of those who violate these rules. This serves as a reminder for the Javanese to behave politely and respect the rights of others. However, there is a difference in the judgment of generation Z. Many of them no longer believe in ora ilok, while some view it as a joke and treat it with scepticism. However, these myths and taboos are gradually eroding in the new culture of this era.

KIDUNG PARI: EKSPRESI KEARIFAN LOKAL PEREMPUAN RURAL JAWA UNTUK KINI DAN NANTI

The concept of the Kidung Pari work broadly draws inspiration from the role of rural Javanese women in farming activities, starting from pre-production, farming production, post-production, to activities outside the agricultural space, such as ngliwet or cooking rice. By drawing inspiration from each detail of these activities, positive values about the attitudes and roles of Javanese women in their social environment will become apparent. Although women’s roles in these activities may appear as “rough labor,” their involvement is significant in almost every stage of farming, from the rice fields to the kitchen. Through the composition of the Kidung Pari music, it will reveal another aspect of women, who are generally known for being gentle, beautiful, emotional, and nurturing. This community empowerment project through the arts is an effort to explore the intrinsic values and local knowledge possessed by the residents, as well as the development of existing traditional art potential as a means of preservation, education, and promotion of the region’s untapped potential. The activities to be carried out in this program include collaborative practices in visual arts and performing arts, including training in Karawitan for the mothers of the Tani Makmur group in Tawangrejo Village, and the results of this training will be showcased. The Kidung Pari work is an endeavor to immortalize the story of rural Javanese women in history, culture, society, worldview, and self-reflection in Javanese society. Through the Kidung Pari work, Indonesia needs to explore and develop new values to elevate the status of rural Javanese women, making them more superior, resilient, and empowered in the present and future.

Empowerment of Islamic Ethics and Javanese Hindu Ethics in the Formation of National Character

This research seeks to examine the strengthening of Islamic and Hindu ethics in Java, playing a pivotal role in shaping the character of Javanese society and extending influence to the broader Indonesian community. Given the dominance of Javanese traditions, particularly in societal behavior, the empowerment process unfolds through interconnection and transformation within religious activities. This process brings forth the inherent genius of the local Javanese populace, fostering a religious dimension. This empowerment occurs by emphasizing the concentration of feelings (rasa) as the basis for behavior and the objectification of Javanese people's religious beliefs. The analysis methodology adopts content analysis with a comparative approach and an anthropolinguistic perspective. The goal of this methodological approach is to unveil the mechanism for cultivating profound self-awareness in relation to others, translating acquired knowledge (kaweruh) into tangible actions as a religious model. The resulting model of religious objectification represents the local genius and behavioral characteristics of Javanese Muslims. The study reveals that the features of religious objectification, expressing the truths inherited from ancestors, transform into local wisdom with an Islamic or Hindu religious essence. This transformation is indicated by three key Javanese cultural values: harmony, functional structure, and transcendental aspects. The applicability of these three values, especially for the Surakarta and Yogyakarta areas, also serves as an identity for the ethos of religious harmony and a factor in forming the behavioral character of Javanese Muslims and may extend to influence the Indonesian people in general.

EXPLORING JAVANESE ISLAM: “THE ACCULTURATION OF RELIGIOUS DOCTRINE WITH CULTURAL RITUALS"

The entry of Islam into Java provided a new culture in the Javanese tradition regarding the teachings adopted by the people, this was due to acculturation and in the process the two teachings could coexist, in Javanese society itself it is known as Kejawen. This study discusses the meeting between Islam and Javanese culture which aims to find out more about the differences between Islamic teachings and Kejawen culture. The method used in finding the bright spot of this problem uses a qualitative method through a literature review approach. Based on the research conducted, it was found that the acculturation of Islam with Javanese culture originated from the spread of Islam by Wali Songo using culture as an intermediary, giving rise to a new understanding of Islam and the formation of Kejawen groups. In essence, the spread of Islam in Java was packed with Javanese cultural traditions and rituals.

Menyelisik Budaya Kejawen dan Batasan Penerapannya dalam Kehidupan Islam

Kejawen culture in Indonesia, especially in Javanese society, has a close relationship with Islam. These two beliefs run side by side, but in fact there are boundaries between the Kejawen culture and the Islamic religion. The purpose of this research is to find out how the Kejawen culture and the Islamic religion are, the difference between the two, and what are the boundaries in Islamic life. This study uses a literature review approach and qualitative methods to provide a comprehensive picture of the topic under study. Through a literature review, the authors can compile findings from various sources and provide in-depth argumentation of evaluations. The results of the study show that Islam and Kejawen culture are two different things but have always coexisted and have been inherent in Javanese society for a long time. In addition, Kejawen culture and Islamic religion have limitations in their application that can be known by the general public, namely the application of Islamic religious values by adapting local culture without eliminating Islamic principles.

Eksplorasi Nilai Budaya Jawa dalam Kumpulan Cerita Kisah Tanah Jawa ‘Jagat Lelembut’ Karya Mada Zidan (Mbah Kj) dan Bonaventura D. Genta

This research examines the exploration of Javanese cultural values in the story collection Tales of the Land of Java 'Jagat Lesoft' by Mada Zidan (Mbah KJ) and Bonaventura D. Genta. The approach used is a literary anthropology approach and a mythopoic approach. The method used in this research uses hermeneutics. The data taken in this research is in the form of text quotations which contain Javanese cultural values and the data source which is the subject of this research was obtained by researchers from the collection of Javanese Land Stories 'Jagat Lesoft' by Mada Zidan (Mbah KJ) and Bonaventura D. Genta. The data collection technique used is using library techniques, listening and taking notes. The data validity technique used in this research uses triangulation techniques. Data analysis techniques in this research include data collection, data reduction, data presentation, and drawing conclusions. Based on the results of research that has been carried out, Javanese cultural values such as belief values: taboos, belief values: worship rituals, spiritual values, belief values: in God, belief values: in supernatural knowledge, belief values: in supernatural figures, obedience values , tolerance values, religious values, moral values and commendable morals. The Javanese cultural values that dominate in this research are cultural values related to trust. It seems that this story has a strong spirit about the beliefs of Javanese society. This form of belief has an important role as a form of maintaining local wisdom which is the identity of Javanese society. Thus, the important message in this research is that it can contribute to strengthening the identity of Javanese society.Keywords: values, Javanese culture, anthropology, mythology, story of the land of Java