LIST OF ARTS AND CULTURE
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ASAM PEDAS
<p>Asam Pedas is a characteristic cuisine of Malacca. It is not only relished in Malacca but also enjoyed by the Malays in Peninsular Malaysia. Due to cooking and ingredients regionality, there are differences between the taste and texture of the Malacca asam pedas and those in the other states (Hidayatul Akmal Ahmad, 2018). </p><p><br></p><p>This dish is named so due to its bold flavours, sour and spicy, inherited over a large expanse of time. Relishing the piquancy of the spicy asam pedas will perfect one’s visit to Melaka. Loved by all, the asam pedas adds to the thrill of eating, the joy of excursion. </p><div><br></div> ...
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ADAT RESAM DAN BUDAYA MASYARAKAT MAH MERI KELAHIRAN: SELEPAS BAYI DILAHIRKAN
<p>The Mah Meri tribe, one of the Orang Asli groups in Malaysia, has rich and unique customs in every aspect of their lives, including birth ceremonies and baby naming. The naming process in the Mah Meri culture involves important customs that aim to safeguard the baby's well-being and protect it from the interference of evil spirits.</p><p>The Mah Meri community is one of the Orang Asli groups living in Peninsular Malaysia, particularly in the coastal areas of Selangor, such as Carey Island. They belong to the Senoi tribe and are known for their rich cultural heritage, including the internationally renowned art of wooden mask carving.</p><p>As a society that greatly respects the environment, Mah Meri's traditional beliefs are closely related to nature and the spirits of ancestors. They believe that every aspect of life, including birth and naming, has a connection with the spiritual world and requires the blessing and protection of the ancestral spirits.</p><p>In the context of the moment after the birth of a child from a married couple, naming is an important ceremony because the Mah Meri community believes that there is a spiritual power that protects the baby from any threat, including the interference of evil spirits. This process is done with custom and tradition, reflecting their deep belief in the balance between man, nature, and spirit.</p><div><br></div> ...
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ADAT RESAM DAN BUDAYA KAUM KEDAYAN: ADAT PERKAHWINAN
<p>The Kedayan community is one of the ethnic minorities in Sabah who mostly live in the districts of Sipitang, Beaufort, Kuala Penyu, and the Federal Territory of Labuan. The majority of this ethnic group is Muslim and uses the Kedayan language of Brunei as the main spoken language, which is similar to the Malay dialect of Brunei but has differences in terms of intonation and vocabulary. One of the uniqueness of their cultural identity is the wedding customs that are rich in traditional values and their own symbolism.</p> ...
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ALAT MUZIK TONGKUNGON
<p>The Tongkungon is an idiocord tube zither popular among the Kadazan-Dusun ethnic community, particularly in the Tambunan, Penampang, and Tuaran regions. It belongs to the chordophone category and is made from "Poring" bamboo, a giant bamboo measuring 40 and 50 centimetres long, with strings crafted from the bamboo's skin.</p> ...
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AYAM NASI INGKUNG
<p>Ingkung Rice is a traditional Javanese dish that is also popular among the Malay-Javanese community in Selangor, Malaysia. For the Javanese diaspora, this dish is not just a dish but also a symbol of tradition and cultural heritage passed down from generation to generation. Ingkung Rice is often served during important events such as feasts, weddings and religious festivals such as Maulidur Rasul and Hari Raya Aidilfitri. This dish symbolizes unity, gratitude and submission to God, and has become a symbol of their cultural identity.</p><div><br></div> ...
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ZAPIN PARIT MASTAR DANCE
<p>Zapin Parit Mastar was founded by Ahmad bin Timbul, a trader from Pontian, Johor, around the 1950s. During his trading trips to Karimun and Riau islands, he was inspired by the Zafin Arab Hadhrami and the local zapin performances in Selat Panjang and Riau. His fascination with this art form led him to develop unique zapin steps, which later became known as Zapin Parit Mastar, named after his village. His friends, including Haji Keliwon bin Denan, also learned and performed this zapin, establishing it as a cultural heritage in Kampung Parit Mastar.</p><div><br></div> ...
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DODOL
<p>Dodol is believed to have originated from Indonesia, particularly from the regions of Java and Sunda. Initially, it was a highly popular treat among communities in Southeast Asia, including countries like Malaysia, Brunei, the Philippines, and Singapore.</p><p><br></p><p>Dodol is a type of confection made through hours of cooking, using ingredients commonly found in tropical areas, such as coconut milk and palm sugar. This delicacy symbolizes prosperity and abundance due to its lengthy preparation process and the considerable effort required. For this reason, dodol is often a special dish served during grand occasions and important celebrations in local communities.</p><p><br></p><p>Dodol became known in Malaysia through cultural and trade exchanges between Malaysia and Indonesia, particularly via the Strait of Malacca, which served as a major trade route in ancient times. Traders brought not only goods but also culinary traditions, including dodol.</p><p><br></p><p>Dodol continued to develop among the Malay community in Malaysia, especially in states like Pahang, Selangor, Johor, and Perak. It has become a highly popular traditional treat and is often prepared during Hari Raya celebrations, weddings, and communal feasts (kenduri).</p><div><br></div><div><div>Variations of Dodol </div><div>Although the basic ingredients and preparation methods of Dodol are not much different from dodol in other states, there are some variations and modifications that give Dodol its unique characteristics, such as:</div><div>1.<span style="white-space:pre"> </span>Durian Dodol: Some Dodol recipes incorporate durian flesh, giving it a more aromatic and lingering flavor. This makes durian dodol especially popular among durian enthusiasts.</div><div>2.<span style="white-space:pre"> </span>Peanut Dodol: In some variations, peanuts or mung beans are added to the dodol, providing a more interesting texture and a distinct flavor.</div><div>3.<span style="white-space:pre"> </span>Pineapple Dodol: Some dodol producers also make pineapple dodol, which combines the sweetness and slight tartness of fresh pineapple with the richness and softness of dodol.</div></div><div><br></div> ...
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TARIAN TIGAL PRANUK
<p>Tigal Pranuk is a dance that mimics the movements and behaviours of an animal, specifically the mousedeer (kancil). This dance requires physical flexibility and expressive facial movements to portray the sounds, actions, and mannerisms of the animal.</p><p><br></p><p>The behaviours of these mousedeer was observed by a group of villagers from Bukar’sadung, who happened to be in the area collecting firewood. Upon returning to their village, they began imitating the mousedeer's antics, which eventually evolved into the form of a dance.</p><div><br></div> ...
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PERMAINAN TRADISIONAL HENCANG BUAH KERAS
<p>Hencang Buah Keras has been played for hundreds of years. ‘Hencang’ means crushing, and buah Keras, a candlenut. The players need to crush the candlenuts, the main item of the game. </p><p><br></p><p>Initially hencang buah keras was only to the pleasure of palace courtiers, played exclusively by them. But later, they invited the common folks to play on the palace grounds, thus the game popularity spread to all social strata. Adding to the merriment, it is also played along with dances. The dances can be Gamelan, Labi-Labi, Inai and Piring. It is also performed along with the martial art silat and drums.</p><p><br></p><p>Playing the game, the courtiers do not crush the candlenuts. Instead, the crushers were the warriors (the common people working for the sultan). The good crushers would be respected by the folks in the region and their names revered. </p><p><br></p><p>Historically, hencang buah keras was brought to Pahang by Kraeng Agang Jene Muhammad Naziruddin, more known as Keraing Aji (Tok Tuan), a Bugis nobleman and warrior from Makassar, Sulawesi, Indonesia. The Bugis migrated to Pahang after the Dutch capture of Makassar in 1669. Keraing Aji strongly opposed the Dutch and fought to drive them out of Makassar. Hence, he and his followers were arrested by the Dutch and sentenced to exile in Capetown, South Africa.</p><p><br></p><p>On the voyage to Capetown, Keraing Aji escaped to Muar, Johor and then moved to settle in Kota Tinggi, Johor. After a while, he sailed to Endau and stopped there to collect water. He then continued his journey to Telok Kandang, Kampung Pulau Jawa, Pekan, Pahang. Feeling safe there, he stayed for ten years at Telok Kandang. In 1722, Keraing Aji moved to a new settlement in Pekan, naming it Kampung Mengkasar, after the name of its founder who was from Makassar, Sulawesi, Indonesia.</p><div><br></div><div><div>The Bugis migration brought the influence of culture and art to the people of Pahang. Having been introduced by Keraing Aji, they started to play hencang buah keras, and eventually, it became the Pahang game.</div><div><br></div><div><br></div><div><br></div><div>Types of Nuts </div><div><br></div><div>There are two types of nuts required in the game: the candlenut and the Gendong.</div><div><br></div><div>a)<span style="white-space:pre"> </span>The Candlenut</div><div>The candlenuts used is a hard type, which are called male and female.</div><div>a)<span style="white-space:pre"> </span>The male nut is almost round, light and fragile, thus, rarely used in the hencang as it can be easily crushed (thus losing the game).</div><div>b)<span style="white-space:pre"> </span>The female nut – has a flat surface that it becomes the main choice since the surface is good for pairing. </div><div>c)<span style="white-space:pre"> </span>c) Buah Gendong - shaped like a chicken egg. However, it is rarely used in the game unless there are no other nuts to be used.</div></div><div><br></div><div><br></div> ...
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TARI SANGGUL LINTANG
<p>The Sanggul Lintang Dance of Melaka is a traditional dance originating from the state of Melaka (Malacca). This dance is rooted in Minangkabau culture, which is part of the broader Malay cultural heritage in the region. "Sanggul Lintang" refers to a distinctive hairstyle often worn during performances, where the hair is styled into a special bun resembling a "star" or "cross."</p><p><br></p><p>This graceful dance highlights the traditions, customs, and aesthetic beauty of the region. The movements are characterized by soft and intricate gestures that often convey respect, hospitality, and grace. Traditionally, the dance is performed during ceremonial or cultural events, such as weddings. However, some claim that the Sanggul Lintang hairstyle is also associated with the Baba and Nyonya community. The Sanggul Lintang, positioned at the back of the head, is made of two sections tied at the center. This headpiece, crafted from a combination of copper, gold, and suasa (a type of alloy), symbolizes the grandeur of Malay customs, particularly during the wedding ceremonies of Melaka's Malay community in ancient times.</p><p><br></p><p>In the past, hairstyles were often linked to a woman's personality. Here lies the uniqueness of the Sanggul Lintang, used as a bridal hairstyle in wedding ceremonies. Additionally, many may not realize the variety of floral motifs that adorned the hairpins for the bun. These include patterns like Senayan flowers, Sundah Belum flowers, Kekwa flowers, Short White flowers, and Long White Ferns, inspired by wild plants found in the forest. Due to the extraordinary uniqueness of the Sanggul Lintang, the Sanggul Lintang Dance was created to showcase the beauty of the Henna Night (Malam Berinai) in the Malay Melaka community. The dance movements portray the joy of the bride and highlight the high value of Melaka's traditional bridal attire.</p><div><br></div> ...
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