THE TRUE MEANING IN JAVA CULTURE
Keris is an heirloom weapon in Javanese culture that has been used for more than 600 years. The weapon of this keris is believed to have originated from Java around the 9th century. Until the 14th century, the keris was also still a symbol of the greatness of many kingdoms in the archipelago, not only in Java. Kings on the island of Sumatra, the island of Borneo, to the island of Sulawesi also made the kris a symbol of its sovereignty.
Aside from being a sign of the greatness of a king, once a keris was also a tool for self-defense. In fact, in every battle, a king or commander must have a mainstay kris to defeat the enemy, or in conquering another kingdom. Many of the kris have the magical and magical powers of the Mandraguna, making their history very famous, thanks to the meaning of the keris they have.
Some kris are believed to have supernatural powers, such as the Empu Gandring Keris owned by Ken Arok of the Singasari Kingdom, Kanjeng Kyai Condong Campur Keris and Kyai Sengkelat Keris in the Majapahit Kingdom, Nagasasra Keris and Inten Keris Belts in the Demak Kingdom, and Sunan's Devil Kis Pusaka. Kudus was later famous in the hands of Arya Penangsang, who eventually died of the keris itself.
Keris as "tosan aji" or sentaja heirloom has efficacy, because in its making it was done by the master of the keris maker who did have supernatural powers and magic. Usually masters make keris with a mixture of elements of iron and steel, and some are mixed with meteorite that falls from space. Then, the dagger maker also accompanied him with prayers and mantras in a ritual ceremony.
With this ritual, the keris will get magical and good power, which can affect the enemy of the owner when used. In fact, according to a scientific study, heirloom kris can indeed be felt to emit energy that is invisible or cannot be seen by ordinary eyes. Tosan aji is not only in the form of a kris on Java, but there are also similar heirlooms in other regions in Indonesia, such as rencong in Aceh.
The meaning of the kris is indeed often associated with mystical things by traditional people of old. In fact, many also have the belief that the keris has its own spirit, thanks to the magical power and magic of the mandraguna which is revealed by the master of the maker. Therefore, the owner of the keris must take good care, and be treated by his magic by performing a number of rituals based on the occult sciences.
In traditional Javanese culture, the people believe that the kris must be guarded by being applied at certain times, such as on Friday night. There are also those who smear the keris with lime juice, or are called by "keramlukankan" keris, to keep their strengths can survive. In addition, this tradition is also carried out to treat metal in the eyes of the keris so that it can last long and not be damaged quickly.
Likewise other parts of the keris, namely the upstream and the sarong, must also receive the same treatment and care. The Javanese people interpret the relationship between the keris and the sarong as a unified relationship to get harmony in life in the world. Therefore, the philosophy of "manunggaling kawula - gusti" emerged, which means unity between servants and kings or people with their leaders.
But, along with the times, the meaning of the keris also changes. At present, Javanese people use kris as a complement to Javanese traditional ceremonies, such as in carrying out wedding ceremonies in accordance with Javanese culture. Every bridegroom in Java, usually has to wear Jawi clothes, jangkep or complete Javanese clothing, namely batik cloth, wedding clothes, headgear, and a keris tucked in the waist.
Aside from being a sign of the greatness of a king, once a keris was also a tool for self-defense. In fact, in every battle, a king or commander must have a mainstay kris to defeat the enemy, or in conquering another kingdom. Many of the kris have the magical and magical powers of the Mandraguna, making their history very famous, thanks to the meaning of the keris they have.
Some kris are believed to have supernatural powers, such as the Empu Gandring Keris owned by Ken Arok of the Singasari Kingdom, Kanjeng Kyai Condong Campur Keris and Kyai Sengkelat Keris in the Majapahit Kingdom, Nagasasra Keris and Inten Keris Belts in the Demak Kingdom, and Sunan's Devil Kis Pusaka. Kudus was later famous in the hands of Arya Penangsang, who eventually died of the keris itself.
Keris as "tosan aji" or sentaja heirloom has efficacy, because in its making it was done by the master of the keris maker who did have supernatural powers and magic. Usually masters make keris with a mixture of elements of iron and steel, and some are mixed with meteorite that falls from space. Then, the dagger maker also accompanied him with prayers and mantras in a ritual ceremony.
With this ritual, the keris will get magical and good power, which can affect the enemy of the owner when used. In fact, according to a scientific study, heirloom kris can indeed be felt to emit energy that is invisible or cannot be seen by ordinary eyes. Tosan aji is not only in the form of a kris on Java, but there are also similar heirlooms in other regions in Indonesia, such as rencong in Aceh.
The meaning of the kris is indeed often associated with mystical things by traditional people of old. In fact, many also have the belief that the keris has its own spirit, thanks to the magical power and magic of the mandraguna which is revealed by the master of the maker. Therefore, the owner of the keris must take good care, and be treated by his magic by performing a number of rituals based on the occult sciences.
In traditional Javanese culture, the people believe that the kris must be guarded by being applied at certain times, such as on Friday night. There are also those who smear the keris with lime juice, or are called by "keramlukankan" keris, to keep their strengths can survive. In addition, this tradition is also carried out to treat metal in the eyes of the keris so that it can last long and not be damaged quickly.
Likewise other parts of the keris, namely the upstream and the sarong, must also receive the same treatment and care. The Javanese people interpret the relationship between the keris and the sarong as a unified relationship to get harmony in life in the world. Therefore, the philosophy of "manunggaling kawula - gusti" emerged, which means unity between servants and kings or people with their leaders.
But, along with the times, the meaning of the keris also changes. At present, Javanese people use kris as a complement to Javanese traditional ceremonies, such as in carrying out wedding ceremonies in accordance with Javanese culture. Every bridegroom in Java, usually has to wear Jawi clothes, jangkep or complete Javanese clothing, namely batik cloth, wedding clothes, headgear, and a keris tucked in the waist.
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