The month of Ramadan is a great month in the eyes of Muslims. His arrival was greeted with great fanfare. Slogan Marhaban Yaa Ramadhan (welcome Ramadan), manifested in the form of a variety of activities and became a tradition in the area. Sometimes, the tradition of inviting controversy. Yet, somehow, after all that has been attached to the traditions of our culture. Although slowly, it gradually became extinct tradition.
1. Meugang (Nanggroe Aceh Darussalam)
Meugang (Nanggroe Aceh Darussalam)
Meugang a day of slaughter cattle. These activities are generally held two days before Ramadan arrives. On that day, all immediate family gather at home while parents enjoy meat dishes provided. Usually, children and grandchildren come home parent in today meugang like this. In addition to eating together, this activity is also used as a means of gathering. Moreover, distant family members also attended.
Typically, the food served is made from beef. Impact, meat prices jumped sharply. If in regular day beef prices ranging between 50-60 thousand rupiah per kg, meugang ahead, prices could reach 120 thousand rupiah per kg.
2. Malamang (West Sumatra, Riau and North Sumatra)
Malamang (West Sumatra, Riau and North Sumatra)
Lemang is the typical food of West Sumatra are often found when Ramadan arrives. Lemang made of glutinous rice, coconut milk, and bananas. These snacks can be served alone or with water fermented. Lemang can also be found in other cities such as Bandung or Jakarta. Lemang are also commonly found in areas that are still affected Malay culture. In the month of Ramadan, Lemang be one of the hunted snacks throughout Ramadan.
Malamang not just make snacks. This tradition has meaning to tighten the relationship. Besides done together, lemang is later distributed to relatives, neighbors, in-laws as well.
Malamang is not only done just before Ramadan. This tradition is also carried out at other festivities, such as weddings. Unfortunately, this tradition is slowly becoming obsolete by the perpetrators, so feared this tradition is slowly going extinct.
3. Balimau (West Sumatra)
Balimau (West Sumatra)
Literally, Balimau means berlimau in Indonesian. Ahead of Ramadan, every person bathing and shampooing, both individually and in a gang. At first, the Minang people use lemon to wash her hair. Although they no longer use the orange blossom, this tradition is still known as Balimau. This activity is meaningful to purify themselves welcome the month of Ramadan.
Unfortunately, at the public bath is the case is mixed up between men and women. As a result, good intentions can be corrupted due to the implementation of the law violate it. In anticipation of this, in some baths, local governments create a barrier between men and women.
4. Runway Strip (Riau)
Singingi in Kuantan District, Riau, people have a tradition similar to rowing race. The tradition of "Runway Line" was held at the rivers in Riau by using traditional boats. The whole community will be a cornucopia welcomed the event.
5. Nyorog (Jakarta)
Nyorog (Jakarta) In traditional Betawi, Nyorog is custom made ahead of Ramadan. The form itself, each dropping gifts for loved ones. Parcel contents all kinds, can be raw or cooked food. The goal is to strengthen the relationship between family members and relatives.
The more terpingggirkannya Betawi people in Jakarta, indirectly making this tradition were also marginalized.
6. Munggahan (West Java)
Munggahan (West Java)
In language Munggahan means rose. Intent here is up to the moon rose higher, the month of Ramadan. Munggahan filled with activities gathered then eat together. The goal is clear, stay in touch and get together with friends, relatives, and relatives before the month of Ramadan arrives.
7. Nyadran (West Java, Central Java, East Java, and Yogyakarta)
Nyadran (West Java, Central Java, East Java, and Yogyakarta)
The main form of activity Nyadran tomb is a pilgrimage. This tradition passed down since the time of Walisongo, as a form of Islamic acculturation with Javanese culture which was still under the influence of animism. Nyadran tradition is a symbol of the relationship with the ancestors, fellow humans, and the Almighty for everything. Although core Nyadran is a pilgrimage, this activity is not only held in the tomb. This activity is also usually held in mosques or mosque.
8. Padusan (Central Java, East Java, and Yogyakarta)
Padusan (Central Java, East Java, and Yogyakarta) Just like Balimau in West Sumatra, meaningful Padusan bath or purify themselves. The difference, bath done without using lime. When Padusan, watery places such as rivers, beaches, and pools, will be filled by residents. They came in droves to implement this Padusan rite.
9. Ruwahan / apeman (Central Java and Yogyakarta)
Ruwahan / apeman (Central Java and Yogyakarta) Ruwahan tradition is a tradition that has been alive and thriving in the community is done before the month of fasting. Philosophy held by the public with the traditional cake is cooking Apem, symbolizing an apology for all errors and sins.
1. Meugang (Nanggroe Aceh Darussalam)
Meugang (Nanggroe Aceh Darussalam)
Meugang a day of slaughter cattle. These activities are generally held two days before Ramadan arrives. On that day, all immediate family gather at home while parents enjoy meat dishes provided. Usually, children and grandchildren come home parent in today meugang like this. In addition to eating together, this activity is also used as a means of gathering. Moreover, distant family members also attended.
Typically, the food served is made from beef. Impact, meat prices jumped sharply. If in regular day beef prices ranging between 50-60 thousand rupiah per kg, meugang ahead, prices could reach 120 thousand rupiah per kg.
2. Malamang (West Sumatra, Riau and North Sumatra)
Malamang (West Sumatra, Riau and North Sumatra)
Lemang is the typical food of West Sumatra are often found when Ramadan arrives. Lemang made of glutinous rice, coconut milk, and bananas. These snacks can be served alone or with water fermented. Lemang can also be found in other cities such as Bandung or Jakarta. Lemang are also commonly found in areas that are still affected Malay culture. In the month of Ramadan, Lemang be one of the hunted snacks throughout Ramadan.
Malamang not just make snacks. This tradition has meaning to tighten the relationship. Besides done together, lemang is later distributed to relatives, neighbors, in-laws as well.
Malamang is not only done just before Ramadan. This tradition is also carried out at other festivities, such as weddings. Unfortunately, this tradition is slowly becoming obsolete by the perpetrators, so feared this tradition is slowly going extinct.
3. Balimau (West Sumatra)
Balimau (West Sumatra)
Literally, Balimau means berlimau in Indonesian. Ahead of Ramadan, every person bathing and shampooing, both individually and in a gang. At first, the Minang people use lemon to wash her hair. Although they no longer use the orange blossom, this tradition is still known as Balimau. This activity is meaningful to purify themselves welcome the month of Ramadan.
Unfortunately, at the public bath is the case is mixed up between men and women. As a result, good intentions can be corrupted due to the implementation of the law violate it. In anticipation of this, in some baths, local governments create a barrier between men and women.
4. Runway Strip (Riau)
Singingi in Kuantan District, Riau, people have a tradition similar to rowing race. The tradition of "Runway Line" was held at the rivers in Riau by using traditional boats. The whole community will be a cornucopia welcomed the event.
5. Nyorog (Jakarta)
Nyorog (Jakarta) In traditional Betawi, Nyorog is custom made ahead of Ramadan. The form itself, each dropping gifts for loved ones. Parcel contents all kinds, can be raw or cooked food. The goal is to strengthen the relationship between family members and relatives.
The more terpingggirkannya Betawi people in Jakarta, indirectly making this tradition were also marginalized.
6. Munggahan (West Java)
Munggahan (West Java)
In language Munggahan means rose. Intent here is up to the moon rose higher, the month of Ramadan. Munggahan filled with activities gathered then eat together. The goal is clear, stay in touch and get together with friends, relatives, and relatives before the month of Ramadan arrives.
7. Nyadran (West Java, Central Java, East Java, and Yogyakarta)
Nyadran (West Java, Central Java, East Java, and Yogyakarta)
The main form of activity Nyadran tomb is a pilgrimage. This tradition passed down since the time of Walisongo, as a form of Islamic acculturation with Javanese culture which was still under the influence of animism. Nyadran tradition is a symbol of the relationship with the ancestors, fellow humans, and the Almighty for everything. Although core Nyadran is a pilgrimage, this activity is not only held in the tomb. This activity is also usually held in mosques or mosque.
8. Padusan (Central Java, East Java, and Yogyakarta)
Padusan (Central Java, East Java, and Yogyakarta) Just like Balimau in West Sumatra, meaningful Padusan bath or purify themselves. The difference, bath done without using lime. When Padusan, watery places such as rivers, beaches, and pools, will be filled by residents. They came in droves to implement this Padusan rite.
9. Ruwahan / apeman (Central Java and Yogyakarta)
Ruwahan / apeman (Central Java and Yogyakarta) Ruwahan tradition is a tradition that has been alive and thriving in the community is done before the month of fasting. Philosophy held by the public with the traditional cake is cooking Apem, symbolizing an apology for all errors and sins.
