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Tuesday, March 4, 2014

JAVA'S COMMUNITY STRUCTURE





 Original Javanese classed into three main classes namely Abangan , students and gentry .

However, in the Java community in Malaysia, social class is not focused. It because mostly Java community in Malaysia has been assimilated with other people’s lives. In life all day, the Java community has several systems. Their lives are headed by a chairman. Chairman plays an important role in life to ensure the harmony of the Java community.

Chairman of the Java community is the village chief and Kiai. Headman is a prince in the Java community. He has a responsibility and carry a big mandate for ensuring comforts of the villagers. Ward elections are typically based on skill, experience, and knowledge in the religious ancestry. Bureau Ward received while the habit will be born by the villagers. Bureau Ward will be assisted by some helpers to facilitate business administration. In addition to the safety of the village, Glens turn heads when collaborative activities and other social activities.

In addition to overlap, there are also positions Kiai or Siak. Kiai appointed in men who are knowledgeable in the field of religion and social issues. Kiai is responsible for a priest in prayer in worship. Kiai is also responsible leading feast prayers and religious ceremonies. A Kiai be complete with religious knowledge in giving guidance to the community.

In case of death, Kiai serve as priests for funeral prayers. This is in honor of Kiai who played vital roles in the custom death.


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