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Introduction and history
Among-Among is a thanksgiving ceremony practised by the Javanese community in Johor, primarily associated with the birth and development of a child. This tradition involves a series of thanksgiving rituals beginning immediately after the child’s safe delivery, continuing at 36 days old, and culminating in a significant milestone when the baby reaches approximately eight months of age during the pijak tanah (first stepping on the ground) ceremony. In some families, this tradition is observed annually until the child becomes fluent in speaking.
The pijak tanah ceremony, typically held after the first year, is a pivotal event in the child's life. It includes the preparation of traditional dishes such as Ayam Ingkung—a dish featuring a young male chicken (ayam lancor), symbolising blessings. The child is ceremonially given the chicken’s thigh. Other traditional dishes such as Nasi Keluban and Bubur Abang carry significant symbolic and cultural value, reflecting the richness of Javanese heritage.
Among-Among serves as:
A Ritual of Gratitude: Expressing thanksgiving for the safe birth and development of the child.
Preservation of Tradition and Identity: Ensuring the continuation of Javanese cultural heritage by passing traditional values and practices to future generations.
Fostering Social Bonds: Bringing together family members, neighbours, and friends, thereby strengthening communal ties.
Participants in the ceremony often wear traditional Javanese attire:
For the Baby: Specially tailored, comfortable clothing that reflects traditional aesthetics.
For Adults:
Men wear batik shirts or traditional outfits.
Women adorn themselves in kebaya or batik sarongs paired with selendang (scarves).
Accessories: Guests often bring symbolic gifts such as decorated eggs (bunga telur) as tokens of respect and celebration.
Equipment and Materials:
Ayam Ingkung: A young male chicken prepared as the main dish for the child and guests.
Nasi Keluban: A mixed vegetable dish with grated coconut seasoning, served to guests.
Bubur Abang: A red-coloured porridge symbolising thanksgiving, made from rice or glutinous rice.
Dulang: Large trays used for communal serving.
Flowers and Decorations: To beautify the ceremony venue.
Preparation:
Initial Arrangements:
Decorate the ceremony area with traditional elements such as batik cloth and flowers.
Prepare traditional dishes like Ayam Ingkung, Nasi Keluban, and Bubur Abang.
Execution of the Ceremony:
The event begins with prayers and expressions of gratitude.
The child is celebrated in the pijak tanah ceremony, symbolising their first steps on the ground as a life milestone.
Serving of Dishes:
The child is given the chicken thigh as a symbol of blessings.
Guests are served Nasi Keluban communally on trays, reflecting the spirit of togetherness.
No specific figures are directly associated with Among-Among, but the Javanese community in Johor has collectively preserved this tradition. The practice reflects the richness of Javanese cultural heritage, symbolising gratitude and communal values that have endured through generations.
Reference Source
Bahan Bacaan
Sendok Burjo. (2021, 10 Mac). Mengenal Tradisi Among-among, Acara Selamatan Orang Jawa. IDN Times. Dicapai pada 21 Disember 2024, daripada https://www.idntimes.com/travel/destination/sendok-burjo/tradisi-among-among-c1c2
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State JKKN Contact Information
Puan Nor Hafizah Hassan
Cultural Officer
Jabatan Kebudayaan dan Kesenian Negara, Johor
Aras 6 Kiri, Wisma PERKESO
No 26, Jalan Susur 5
Off Jalan Tun Abdul Razak, Larkin
80200 Johor Bahru
JOHOR DARUL TAKZIM
07-224 8270 / 223 1249
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