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SUMAYAU
<p>Sumayau, also known as Madsayau, is a traditional dance of the Kadazan-Dusun ethnic group, specifically from the Dusun Lotud or Suang Lotud tribe in the Tuaran District of Sabah. This dance carries deep spiritual and cultural significance, as it is an integral part of the ritual ceremonies and beliefs of the Dusun Lotud community. The word “Sumayau” means "to dance," while its root term, “Madsayau,” also translates to "dancing" or "performing a dance."</p> ...
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KUIH CELOROT
<p>The traditional dessert known as Kuih Celorot or Selorot, also called Kuih Segurut, is very popular among the Malay Melanau community. This kuih has a unique taste because it is made from special ingredients such as rice flour, coconut milk, gula apong or nipa palm sugar, pandan leaves, water, and a pinch of salt. The wrapping, made from young nipa palm leaves, also contributes to its appetizing aroma. The cooking technique, which involves steaming the Kuih Selorot, further enhances its uniqueness.</p> ...
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- 2030
ADAT RESAM DAN BUDAYA SEBELUM PERKAHWINAN MASYARAKAT CINA: UPACARA MEMINANG
<p>In Chinese society, marriage is considered an important starting point in a person's life. It is one of the main aspects in strengthening and maintaining the family institution. This clearly shows that lineage can be passed down from one generation to the next. The word for marriage in Chinese is 婚姻 (pinyin: hūn yīn). Originally, traditional Chinese marriages were often arranged by families interested in combining relationships.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>In Confucian thought, marriage is considered a very important matter because it involves the union of two families and has an impact on society. According to Chinese cultural tradition, marriage between two individuals with the same surname is considered incest. From the point of view of Confucian families, marriage connects families with different surnames and ensures the continuity of the paternal clan. Therefore, the benefits and drawbacks of a marriage affect the entire family, not just the couple involved. From a social perspective, husband and wife are seen as the basic unit of Chinese society.</p><p><br></p><p>The structure of customs before marriage in Chinese society: </p><p>Surveying Custom</p><p>Proposing Ceremony</p><p>Engagement Custom</p><div><br></div> ...
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- 1884
ADAT BARAAN/GROUP VISITATION
<p>Adat Baraan is a Javanese tradition in Johor involving group visitation, especially during Hari Raya Aidilfitri celebrations. This communal activity often includes recitations of selawat (praises upon Prophet Muhammad) and prayers to invoke blessings for the host.</p><p>The term baraan originates from the Javanese language, meaning "to wander" or "to visit in groups." This practice is believed to have been introduced by Javanese migrants to the Malay Peninsula and has since been maintained as part of their cultural heritage.</p><div><br></div> ...
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MUZIK DABUS
<p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.2;text-align: justify;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;">Dabus dance is a traditional dance art full of cultural and historical elements. Although its origins cannot be ascertained precisely, it is believed to have existed since the reign of Caliph Zainal Abidin and is considered entertainment among the Muslim community. This dance was developed as a reaction to conflicts between certain clans, with the aim of scaring the enemy. Initially, it was associated with the followers of Saidina Ali and had an element of violence, where the dancers were considered capable of holding firearms. Over time, the extreme elements were removed, but the Dabus Dance remains a treasure of Malay and Islamic culture that reflects the feelings and complex historical background of the time.</p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.2;text-align: justify;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><br></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.2;text-align: justify;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;">Music in the Dabus game plays an important role in accompanying the movement and spirit of the players. In the Perak Dabus group in the 1970s, music was produced by a group of instrumentalists accompanying 22 Dabus players. Each performance is led by a caliph who is responsible for the safety of the players. The caliph would usually smoke and sprinkle the players as a ritual preparation before the performance began. Dabus music is not just entertainment but also reinforces the element of heroism and bravery in the Dabus game, which was originally a martial art.</p><div style="text-align: justify;"><br></div> ...
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TARIAN SUMAGAYAN
<p>Sumagayan, also known as Sagayan, is one of the traditional dances of the Iranun ethnic community in Sabah, predominantly residing in the districts of Kota Belud, Kota Marudu, and Tuaran. This dance is performed using masks, as it is closely linked to the legend Darangan ni Bantugen, an epic tale of heroism in Iranun traditional literature. The epic narrates the story of Bantugen, a renowned warrior who battles enemies to protect his people (the Iranum nation). Hence, the basic elements of this dance are characterized by combat and martial art movements that resemble the techniques of silat.</p><p><br></p><p>However, since the late 1970s, the popularity of this dance has declined, leading to its diminished recognition among the general public. One of its key elements, the use of masks during performances, is no longer widely practised. Today, only a small segment of the Iranun community, particularly in the East Coast regions of Sabah, including the small districts of Tungku, Nala, and Barigas, continues to preserve this dance as part of their efforts to maintain their culture and identity.</p><div><br></div> ...
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TARIAN SUMARANUM
<p>Sumaranum is a traditional dance of the Iranun ethnic community, predominantly residing in the Kota Belud district and several areas in Kota Marudu and Tuaran. In the Iranun language, Sumaranum means "longed for" or "yearned for." The name reflects the community’s deep affection for the musical rhythm accompanying the dance, which is often longed for and fondly remembered.</p><p><br></p><p>This dance has a rich history, originating as a central element of the Iranun community’s traditional healing ritual, the Parinang ceremony. Over time, as cultural shifts accompanied the Iranun people's embrace of a formalised religion, the dance evolved into a performance art form known as Ajung. This name was derived from the central feature of the dance—a structure called the Ajung, a replica of a house crafted from fabric or paper. The Ajung was elaborately decorated with colourful fabrics and flags at each corner. Eventually, the dance was renamed Sumaranum by consensus, a title that still endures.</p> ...
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LAKSA KEDAH
<p>Laksa Kedah is also known as Laksa Teluk Kechai. This traditional dish is often served during festive seasons. Laksa Kedah is one of the most famous traditional dishes in the state of Kedah, reflecting the richness of Malay flavors and culinary traditions. This dish consists of thick and chewy noodles, usually served with a rich fish-based gravy made from fish such as mackerel or tuna, cooked with special spices like lemongrass, galangal, and ginger. The distinctive feature of Laksa Kedah lies in its gravy, which is spicier and more tangy compared to other variations of laksa from different states in Malaysia, primarily due to the use of tamarind, which gives it a refreshing acidity.</p> ...
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HAMDOLOK DANCE
<p>Hamdolok is a traditional performing art that integrates elements of theatre, dance, music, and singing, popular in Batu Pahat, Johor. It was founded around the 1930s by Pak Rahmat Wayang, inspired by the celebration of Maulidur Rasul (the Prophet Muhammad’s birthday) by the Bedouin community in Mecca, as recounted by Haji Osman Jahit.</p><div><br></div> ...
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ALAT MUZIK KULINTANGAN
<p>Kulintangan is a traditional musical instrument deeply rooted in the culture of ethnic communities in the state of Sabah because this musical instrument is inherited by almost every ethnic group. It consists of small gongs arranged horizontally on a wooden frame and is usually played in groups. Kulintangan usually has 8 to 9 small gongs arranged in a row, and when played, it produces different sounds from each other using two small wooden beaters.</p><p><br></p><p>There are some differences in terms of the number of kulintangan in some districts. For example, in the Telupid and Beluran districts, the Dusun Labuk tribe usually uses 9 kulintangan, while ethnic groups from other districts usually only use 6 to 7 kulintangan. Besides that, the kulintangan played also has differences in terms of traditional musical accompaniment between districts. For example, on the West Coast side, they usually only use kulintangan without any traditional musical accompaniment. In contrast, on the East Coast, such as Telupid and Beluran, the kulintangan musical instrument will be accompanied by the striking 3 types of gongs of different sizes. Similarly, with the Bajau and Suluk ethnic communities around the Semporna, Tawau and Lahad Datu districts, the Kulintangan is usually accompanied by the traditional musical instruments Gong Ibu and Gong Anak, as well as Tambul (drum).</p> ...
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