Javanese Wedding Research Articles

Reproduksi Budaya Pambiwara dalam Upacara Pernikahan Adat Jawa

This article explores the efforts of Sanggar Permadani in developing, preserving, and sustaining Javanese culture. The primary focus of the Javanese cultural heritage preserved by Sanggar Permadani is pambiwara, individuals responsible for organizing and guiding traditional Javanese ceremonial events. This preservation is crucial as fewer people are performing traditional Javanese wedding ceremonies and employing the services of pambiwara. This qualitative study employs an ethnographic approach, with data collected through observations, interviews, and documentation. The findings reveal that Sanggar Permadani has successfully preserved Javanese culture by training new generations of pambiwara through annual courses or training sessions held over five months. All participants are of Javanese descent and come from diverse educational backgrounds. To date, Sanggar Permadani has graduated 20 cohorts. The findings align with Pierre Bourdieu’s theory of cultural capital and embodied state, which posits that individuals shape their identity based on cultural capital and educational investment imparted from birth.

Kembar Mayang Tradition in Javanese Wedding Ceremony in Dusun VI, Nagur Village, Tanjung Beringin District, Serdang Bedagai Regency

Kembar Mayang Tradition in Javanese Wedding Ceremony in Dusun VI, Nagur Village, Tanjung Beringin District, Serdang Bedagai Regency

CHANGES IN LANGUAGE USE OF JAVANESE WEDDING IN PRESERVING KAWI LANGUAGE IN KENDAL, CENTRAL JAVA

A qualitative research that explained the linguistic phenomena in Kendal Regency, Central Java. The data sources were divided into two: primary and secondary. The primary data resource was a video recording of Pambiwara speeches in Javanese weddings, while the secondary data was in the form of library documentation and Javanese wedding. The purposes of this research were: (1) to describe the changes in language use of Javanese wedding in preserving Kawi language in Kendal, Central Java, (2) to describe the facts of Kawi Language use in Javanese wedding by Pambiwara, and (3) to observe changes and modifications in the language use of Javanese wedding for the maintenance of the Kawi language of Pambiwara. The Pambiwara produced 2000-3000 vocabulary words. Based on the average number of words issued by the Pambiwara in a Javanese wedding ceremony, the percentage occurrences of the Kawi language vocabulary also varied. It could also be seen that there were changes and modifications of the order of Javanese marriages into a more concise and simpler order used by Pambiwara to use Prasaja Javanese which belonged to simple and easy to understand Javanese language.
 Keywords : Javanese wedding, kawi language, pambiwara.

Efektivitas Aplikasi Tiktok sebagai Pelestari Tradisi Siraman dalam Pernikahan Adat Jawa di AKSARA Wedding Organizer

Purpose: The purpose of this study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of using TikTok in an effort to preserve the traditional Javanese wedding splash tradition by AKSARA Wedding Organizer . Methodology: This study used a qualitative method with data collection techniques in the form of in-depth interviews, observations, and documentation. The in-depth interviews were conducted with the management and staff of Aksara Wedding Organizer, as well as with couples who had used the TikTok application to preserve and disseminate the siraman tradition in their wedding. The observations were conducted during siraman ceremonies that used the TikTok application as a medium for preservation and dissemination. The documentation was collected in the form of TikTok videos of siraman ceremonies, as well as photos and videos from the Aksara Wedding Organizer archive. Results: The results of this study will provide insight into how far TikTok is effective in promoting and preserving the traditional Javanese wedding ceremony tradition and can serve as a guideline for AKSARA Wedding Organizers in using this social media platform for cultural preservation activities in the future. Conclusion: The results of this study suggest that the TikTok application can effectively preserve the Siraman tradition in Javanese traditional weddings. The participants who engaged with the application showed a significant increase in their knowledge and interest in the Siraman tradition. Aksara Wedding Organizer can use these findings to continue promoting and preserving traditional practices through digital platforms.

Manifestation of linguistic aesthetics and characters in Javanese wedding ceremonial discourse

Manifestation of linguistic aesthetics and characters in Javanese wedding ceremonial discourse

The Meaning of Gendhing Kodhok Ngorek in the Panggih Procession of a Traditional Javanese Wedding Ceremony

This article aims to understand the meaning of Gending Kodok Ngorek, as the music that accompanies wedding rituals (Panggih) in Java. The data were collected through observation, a literature review, and interviews. The problem was addressed using Clifford Geertz’s cultural interpretive concept, which argues that cultural facts exist in the mind (as knowledge), are manifested in models, and determine behaviour and action in life, and Yasraf Amir Pilliang’s semiotics of culture, which describes how meaning is formed through media and signs. The research concludes that the panggih ceremony, a procession in which the bride and bridegroom come together, can be interpreted philosophically, socially, and symbolically. Based on the musical pitches used, philosophically understood as a marker of a husband and wife who are making love. Its masculine character is manifested in the panunggul alit pitch (1), which symbolizes a male frog, while its feminine character is manifested in pitch nem (6), which symbolizes a female frog. Etymologically, Kodhok Ngorek means singing frog, of course in the water. Water is understood as a symbol of fertility, as a sign of the hope that the husband and wife will soon be blessed with offspring. Makna Gendhing Kodhok Ngorek Dalam Prosesi Panggih Upacara Pernikahan Adat Jawa. Artikel ini bertujuan untuk memahami Gending Kodok Ngorek sebagai musik pengiring upacara pernikahan (Panggih) di Jawa. Pengumpulan data dilakukan melalui observasi, studi literatur, dan wawancara. Masalah tersebut dianalisis dengan menggunakan konsep interpretasi budaya Clifford Geertz, yang berpendapat bahwa fakta budaya ada dalam pikiran (sebagai pengetahuan), diwujudkan dalam model, dan menentukan perilaku dan tindakan dalam kehidupan, dan semiotika budaya Yasraf Amir Pilliang, yang menggambarkan bagaimana makna dibentuk melalui media dan tanda. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa upacara panggih, sebuah prosesi di mana kedua mempelai bertemu, dapat dimaknai secara filosofis, sosial, dan simbolis. Berdasarkan nada musik yang digunakan, secara filosofis dipahami sebagai penanda kedua sejoli yang sedang bercinta. Sifat maskulinnya diwujudkan dalam nada panunggul alit (1) yang melambangkan katak jantan, sedangkan sifat femininnya diwujudkan dalam nada nem (6) yang melambangkan katak betina. Secara etimologi Kodhok Ngorèk berarti katak bernyanyi, sudah barang tentu di dalam air. Air dipahami sebagai simbol kesuburan, sebagai penanda harapan agar pasangan sejoli segera dikaruniai keturunan.

Gendhing Pahargyan Temanten at a Traditional Javanese Wedding Ceremony

The presentation of music in traditional wedding ceremonies can either be independent (uyon-uyon) or act as an accompaniment. Independent karawitan is served when filling the atmosphere and entertaining guests who are enjoying a meal as well as entertaining them. Marrying with customs is understood as a matter of pride for humans. Among the long traditional processions, one of them is a Javanese traditional wedding ceremony holding great meaning. Marriage is one of many ideals and dreams for a lot of people. Many couples prefer a modern wedding procession because it is more practical, but a few still use customary processions to celebrate it. Despite going through a fairly long and complicated process, the Javanese traditional marriage is still an option for the wider community, especially Javanese people. This Javanese traditional wedding includes a special procedure in the event. Included in the stages of the procession are accompanying music pieces known as gendhing pahargyan temanten. This wedding accompaniment music is believed to have its own meaning by the supporting community.
 Keywords: gendhing, pahargyan, temanten, ceremony

Reading the Spiritual Message Behind Javanese Traditional Wedding Procession

This research using qualitative research methods and a descriptive and semotic approach aims to analyze the values and symbolism contained in Javanese traditional wedding processions. With the development of technology and the influence of globalization, the younger generation in Java, Indonesia, tend to leave the traditional Javanese procession in their marriage. This threatens the sustainability and preservation of the cultural heritage. Data was collected through direct observation, interviews and literature study. The series of procedures for traditional Javanese wedding processions and the values contained in each procession are analyzed in depth. The results of the study show that each Javanese traditional wedding procession contains various symbols that reflect the social, religious and cultural values inherent in Javanese society. These symbols have a deep philosophical meaning and are a reflection of the relationship between the bride and groom, family and society. Although it is not an obligation, the use of Javanese traditional ritual processions in marriage for couples with Javanese ethnicity does not have a significant effect on the wedding ceremony or the days afterward, but some couples choose to do it as a form of respect for their ancestors and inherited values, and hope that life their marriage was filled with goodness and blessings passed down by the ancestors.

Penguatan Nilai Luhur Warisan Budaya Kajian Adat Istiadat Pernikahan Jawa Pasca Pandemi Covid-19 di Kota Surakarta

The procession of the Javanese wedding ceremony ceremony in Surakarta is a cultural heritage from the palace which until now has maintained its existence, has its own uniqueness and characteristics that other regions do not have. This study aims to describe and analyze the internalization of the noble values of local wisdom through the procession of Javanese wedding customs in Surakarta City after the Covid-19 pandemic. Data were collected using a qualitative descriptive method through participatory observational interviews with informants. by involving senior makeup artists, users of customs. The results of the study show that the procession of the wedding ceremony of Javanese Surakarta wedding customs through a series of preparations, core, and plenary. Each stage of the procession has values and meanings contained in symbols including: religious, social and personal values. The conclusion is that the procession of the Javanese Surakarta wedding ceremony is carried out in a coherent manner, which is passed step by step. Each stage of the procession has a noble value and meaning contained in the symbol as a guide in building a household.

Tari Cucuk Lampah sebagai Perwujudan Do’a Prosesi Pernikahan Masyarakat Muslim Kecamatan Badas Tahun 1990-2000

Indonesia has so many cultures, cultures in literature, fine arts, theatre, music, and dance, especially traditional dance. However, awareness of the importance of preserving a traditional art is still a matter of concern. This can be proven in a sacred ceremony, while dances that should be included in the agenda can be omitted. An example is the Cucuk Lampah Dance which is performed in a traditional Javanese wedding, which took place in the Badas District, namely the dance began to disappear since 2000. This study aims to analyze the portrait of the Cucuk Lampah Dance in the Badas District in 1990-2000. Cucuk Lampah dance is one of the traditional dance arts in Indonesia. The role of Cucuk lampah is as director of the carnival at traditional Javanese wedding ceremonies. Besides that, cucuk lampah also acts as a conveyer of meaning regarding Javanese cultural values ​​that are adhiluhung in the process or tradition of marriage. The task of Cucuk Lampah in the bridal procession is as the leader of the group. The entourage in question consisted of the two brides, then the good pager, and the daughter of the dhomas. Cucuk Lampah led the group from the changing place to the kuade. This study uses historical research methods which include five steps, namely: topic selection, heuristics, criticism, interpretation, and historiography. The findings in this study are the beginning of the emergence of the Cucuk Lampah Dance in Badas District, namely in 1980. In the late 1990s, Cucuk Lampah began to experience decadence. Whereas in 2000, the Cucuk lampah show in the Badas sub-district was no longer present in Javanese traditional weddings.

TRADISI KEMBAR MAYANG DALAM PROSES PERNIKAHAN ADAT JAWA DI KAPANEWON TEMPEL, KABUPATEN SLEMAN

The Javanese traditional wedding ceremony is still the community's preference because it includes a series of sacred processions, even though it is complicated since there are so many of them. One of these series, namely the Kembar Mayang, is considered a sign to the ancestors that a wedding ceremony is taking place. Therefore, this study focuses on Kembar Mayang research as a still-preserved culture or custom. This is a field study based on true events that was analyzed using an anthropological perspective; data was collected through observation, interviews, and literature review. This study reveals that residents in Kapanewon Tempel, Sleman, continue to consider the Kembar Mayang tradition, including its complementary series of offerings, janur, and tarub. According to the customs of the people, this tradition has become a necessity for traditional Javanese weddings, as it is believed to facilitate the process and prevent supernatural interference. Despite what might be expected, the Kembar Mayang tradition is not contrary with religion. Likewise, this practice or tradition provides numerous benefits. The people of Kapanewon Tempel, Sleman Regency agree that this ritual is not troublesome, as it has become a habit for every citizen that chooses for Javanese wedding traditions.
 
 Keywords : Customs, Kembar Mayang Traditions, Weddings, Culture

Kajian Makna Simbolik dalam Kembar Mayang pada Konteks Pernikahan Adat Jawa sebagai Pengayaan Bahan Ajar di Sekolah SD Negeri 106158

Kembar Mayang is one of the elements in Javanese traditional ceremonies. The terminology of Kembar Mayang is in the form of coconut leaves (young coconut leaves) which are decorated with flowers and leaves in such a way on banana stems. This study aims to describe the values and symbolic meanings of the Kembar Mayang ransom tradition in the Javanese wedding ceremony procession. The Kembar Mayang ceremony is a tradition that has ancestral values and is given to both the bride and groom to start a new life. In the traditional Javanese wedding ceremony, it has a symbolic meaning. The symbolic meaning is based on the object, the process of making Kembar Mayang. This research applied a qualitative approach model with a description method, meaning in the form of words that were described. The stages of qualitative research carried out were problem identification, problem limitation, problem focus determination, research implementation, data processing and meaning, theory emergence, and research results reporting. The results of the study were obtained based on data collection techniques, namely observation, interviews and documentation. The research was held in February 2022 at SD Negeri 106158. This study found that Kembar Mayang were known in the form of leaves decorated with flowers, young coconut leaves, banana stems, ransom ceremony. These Kembar Mayang function as witnesses to events and symbolically witness the change in status from single to marital status. Kembar mayang can also be used for death ceremonies. Therefore, there are two terms of Kembar Mayang as a marriage ceremony, while gagar mayang as a death ceremony in Javanese traditional tradition.

The Symbolic Meaning Study of Java's Panggih Wedding Traditions in Surakarta

Javanese Surakarta wedding customs are a cultural heritage sourced from the palace, with unique procedures. Each stage has a special mechanism that contains values ​​and meanings as a guide when the couple builds a family. This qualitative study with a phenomenological approach aims to reveal the symbolic meaning of the Panggih ceremony in Javanese Surakarta wedding customs in the Surakarta City environment. This qualitative reseach collecting data with participant observation techniques and in-depth interviews obtained from research subjects. Data analysis uses an interactive model. Data analysis is carried out interactively and continuously until complete data is obtained. The informants in this study were two people who lived in Surakarta City by profession as senior make-up artists, both of whom had long-handled the procedures for Javanese Javanese wedding ceremonies in Surakarta. The results of the study found that in the Panggih ritual, Javanese Surakarta wedding customs were included in the core series, which was carried out full of sacredness under the order, before starting with the stage of handing over the banana sanggan, nebus Mayang twins, followed by the main stages consisting of Balangan suruh, and ngidak then. This research is different from previous research. This study examines the reality of the Panggih ceremony, specifically by the rules according to the standard. The conclusion is based on the findings in the field that the Panggih ritual is a core stage carried out according to the rules. Each stage contains symbols with meaningful values ​​as guidelines for couples getting married.

Degradasi Tradisi : Pernikahan Jawa Pada Masa Pandemi Covid-19

This study aims to explain the form of modification and the factors behind the degradation of traditional values in Javanese wedding ceremonies as a result of the implementation of PPKM during the Covid 19 pandemic. The data source in this study is the event of Javanese wedding traditions in Jatipuro Karanganyar. The data are in the form of behavior, actions, words, and symbols in the Javanese wedding event in Jatipuro Karanganyar. Collecting data using the listen method using the recording technique, and the advanced note-taking technique. The research uses qualitative methods with a phenomenological approach. The method of presenting the results of data analysis using informal methods. The results explain that restrictions on community activities during the pandemic have an impact on the modification of traditional wedding ceremonies. Javanese wedding traditions are sacred and noble and become a medium for the community in synergizing in the same 'feel', being friendly and helping each other to change. The change was caused by a modification to summarize the order of the wedding ceremony and a reduction in the number of participants or cultural actors involved, during the covid 19 pandemic. This has an impact on the degradation of the value of a Javanese wedding tradition. In the past, it was created by the ancestors to have hope as a symbol of the concept of prayer of hope, andum rasa (sharing happiness), guyub (crystallization of the value of harmony), tepa selira (understanding and respecting each other), tulung tinulung (helping each other), now everything is difficult to feel. People cannot be free to be part of the running of a tradition because of the prohibition on gathering and restrictions on community social activities. The results of this study are a scientific contribution and source of learning about socio-cultural changes in society and as a reference for stakeholder policies in taking strategic steps for implementing community activities during the COVID-19 pandemic .

Meaning Used By Pranatacara in Javanese Wedding Ceremony “Panggih Manten”

This study used the descriptive qualitative method. The qualitative method was a research procedure which results in descriptive data, including written and oral word from the research objectives. The data used in this study were taken from the speech utterances by Pranatacara in "Panggih Manten" wedding ceremony in the Aeksongsongan. The researcher took the data from two Pranatacara and two Panggih Manten which taken from the speech utterances. The researcher used a source of theories about the semantic field by Knowles and Moon to support the thesis. Some steps were undertaken during the data collection: the process of selecting, focusing on the important things, simplifying, abstracting and transforming the data that appear in transcription. The results showed that the data into 23 metaphorical meanings from total two pranatacara of Javanese Wedding Ceremony or Panggih Manten. The dominant of metaphorical meaning was creative metaphor which had the highest percentage. The other result showed the least of metaphorical meaning was conventional meaning which had the lowest percentage. We took to identify and consider three things : metaphor, meaning, and connection by analysing and discussing metaphors in any depth. The percentage of the sequences Panggih Manten consisted of the opening, balangan gantal, injak telur, sinduran, dulangan, kacar kucur, sungkeman and the closing.

STYLISTICS OF NEMOKKE IN JAVANESE WEDDING CEREMONY IN LANGKAT SUMATERA UTARA

The research was about Stylistics of Nemokke in Javanese wedding ceremony in Langkat Sumatera Utara. This study was conducted by applying descriptive qualitative design. The source of data was taken from the utterances of dukun manten and activities happened in Nemokke (traditional Javanese wedding ceremony) in Langkat Sumatera Utara. The data are the transcription of the Javanese ‘dukun manten’ utterances recording in Javanese wedding ceremony, especially in Nemokke and activities happened in Nemokke. The technique for analyzing the data is descriptive qualitative research based on Miles & Huberman (1984). The technique of collecting the data of this research is observation, recording and interview. The findings indicate that there were three Stylistics (Sympson, 2004) found in Javanese wedding ceremony, they were Semantics, Pragmatics and Discourse. It is suggested to the dukun manten in Javanese wedding ceremony to use Discourse to give information and to show the great meaning and audience understand.

Communicative Patterns of Imbal Wicara in Ngunduh Mantu Event of Javanese Wedding Tradition

Indonesia is a country possessing many cultures, one of which is the tradition of wedding ceremonies which differ in each region. In Javanese culture, one of the wedding ceremonies is called ngunduh mantu. Imbal wicara becomes one of the series in that procession. This paper focuses on examining the communication pattern of imbal wicara in ngunduh mantu ceremony, which is a Javanese wedding tradition. It used a qualitative method of communication ethnography with a purposive sampling technique. The results of this study are (1) the communication situation of imbal wicara has two processions, namely pasrah penganten and pasrah tinampi, (2) the communication event of imbal wicara is in the form of giving the bride to the groom's family to be guided wisely, and (3) the communication act of imbal wicara is in the form of gratitude for the two families and hope that their household will always be full of delight. Overcoming Covid-19 through verbal literacy in imbal wicara.

The Role of the Central Java Permadani in Preserving Javanese Culture

The purpose of this research is to study and explore the role of the Central Java Permadani in preserving Javanese culture. Since 1984 the Central Java Permadani has committed to preserving Javanese culture, which is commonly called Javanese customs and traditions, such as Javanese wedding procedures and ceremonies, ruwatan, and traditional Javanese clothing. The role of the Central Java Permadani in preserving Javanese culture is done through two activities as its work program. The first is a structured activity, namely organizing Javanese Language Pranatacara and Pamedharsabda (Master of Ceremonies and speeches) courses in Javanese traditional bridal events. Second, it holds various activities temporarily to show Javanese customs and traditions that are still developing in Javanese society, such as performing Javanese traditional arts, holding mass rituals, and much more. The method used in this research is descriptive qualitative, with observational data collection, semi-structured interviews, and documentation studies. Data analysis was done through the stages of data collection, data reduction, data presentation, and concluding based on Miles and Huberman theory. The results show that the two Permadani activities above can preserve Javanese culture, although there are still challenges to face.

Semiotics of Roland Barthes in Symbols Systems of Javanese Wedding Ceremony

This study is aimed to explain the interpretation of symbols systems in Javanese wedding ceremony. The symbol patterns can be categorized into leaves symbols, vegetable symbols, flowers symbols, food and drinks symbols, Javanese traditional instrumental music (gending-gending), and thread of marriage processions. The data of this study were collected by in-depth interview techniques, participant observation, and documentation. The data were analyzed with the Miles and Huberman interactive models. Data analysis reveals that substantial meanings of the symbols in Javanese wedding ceremony are of advice, prayers, descriptions, parables, and responsibilities. The first, an advice for a bridge/a bridegroom is to have a well foundation, always to love each other, to become a reassuring spouse, to be considerate and think clearly, to have tender heart, and to respect their parents. The second, prayers are delivered in order that the bride and bridegroom have abundant lawful or halal fortune or wealth, have good offsprings, keep away from life barriers. The third, description means that the bridge looks like a beautiful queen and a bridegroom is associated to a handsome and dashing king. The fourth, a parable of marriage is alike to wade the ocean with big waves and storms. The fifth, a responsibility is due to a husband to make a hay or earn money and a wife to manage it then they work together to obtain the goal of marriage. The connotative meaning is flourished to become a myth that marriage ceremony is equipped with standard of symbols that will build the happy and everlasting marriage.

Repositioning Javanese Traditional Local Culture “Siraman”: The Philosophy and Trends

Siraman is a Javanese traditional culture that is held for a bride or bridegroom at a day before ijab qobul. This study uses qualitative research method to gain information from respondents. The researchers collect information from 32 people who experienced Javanese siraman whether as bride/bridegroom or as parents/elders, and literature reviews on the related topic. The researchers limit the object into Javanese siraman tradition that has several steps; sungkeman, ngracik sekar, siraman, wudhu saking kendi, pecah kendi, pangkas rikma, and gendongan, where each step of the siraman process has its own meanings. The aim of this study is to reinterpret the emergence of siraman as a series of rituals done in traditional Javanese weddings. The focus is on siraman especially in East Java. It also includes the philosophy of each step, the tools used and the people involved in the process of siraman. In other words, it also seeks information on the different functions of siraman from the past and present as one of trends in Javanese wedding process nowadays. At the end, this study can be used as one of information sources about Javanese siraman traditonal culture, and gives confirmation and prespectives about Javanese siraman trends as a Javanese traditional culture.
 
 Keywords: Siraman, Javanese Traditional Culture, Philosopy, Trends