The Myth of Malam 1 Suro and Its Taboos in Javanese Beliefs, This Weton is Considered Sacred

Kapanlagi.com - Malam 1 Suro this year falls on July 19, 2023. Therefore, one day before is commemorated with Malam 1 Suro which is considered sacred and has various myths according to Javanese beliefs.

There are several taboos and myths on Malam 1 Suro that people believe should be avoided. These taboos can bring disasters, misfortunes, or bad luck. Many still hold firmly to these taboos out of fear of encountering misfortune.

Meanwhile, on Malam 1 Suro, people usually celebrate it by conducting special rituals or ceremonies. Let's find out about the myths of Malam 1 Suro as follows KLovers.

1. Get to Know the Night of 1 Suro

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The term Malam 1 Suro is very familiar to the Indonesian people, especially Javanese culture. The meaning of Malam 1 Suro coincides with the Islamic New Year or 1 Muharram. Leading up to Malam 1 Suro, the community usually holds a number of events and traditions. Meanwhile, the origin of the name Malam 1 Suro comes from the Javanese calendar which coincides with the month of Suro.

The word Suro is also known as Sura which means ten. This word comes from the Arabic language, namely Asyura which means tenth. The beginning of the tradition of Malam 1 Suro was introduced by Sultan Agung. At that time, Sultan Agung from the Islamic Mataram Kingdom wanted to introduce Islam widely to the Javanese community.

Meanwhile, the meaning of Malam 1 Suro is known in Islam as the beginning of Muharram or the Islamic New Year. This word comes from Harrama, Yaharriumu, Tahriiman, Muharrimun wa Muharramun which means forbidden. It means forbidden from things that are not good. If we look at its history according to Islam, the month of Muharram is forbidden for war. This is mentioned in the Quran Surah At-Taubah verse 26 which means.

"Indeed, the number of months with Allah is twelve [lunar] months in the register of Allah [from] the day He created the heavens and the earth; of these, four are sacred. That is the correct religion, so do not wrong yourselves during them."

Meanwhile, according to the beliefs of the community, Malam 1 Suro has a number of taboos. Because Malam 1 Suro is considered sacred and related to supernatural things. It is not surprising that during Malam 1 Suro there are several taboos that should not be done as the myths believe they can bring disaster, calamity, or misfortune.

2. Myths and Taboos of the Night of 1 Suro

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Towards the Night of 1 Suro there are a number of traditions that are usually carried out by the Javanese community, for example ceremonies and special rituals to commemorate the Night of 1 Suro which has its own uniqueness. This year, the Night of 1 Suro falls on July 18, 2023 after sunset or Maghrib. Meanwhile, the date of 1 Suro or the beginning of Muharram falls on July 19, 2023.

The Night of 1 Suro has several myths and taboos. Therefore, if the taboos or myths of the Night of 1 Suro are violated, it is believed that it can bring bad luck or disaster. Here are some myths and taboos of the Night of 1 Suro that you can learn about.

1. Traveling or Leaving the House

One of the well-known myths of the Night of 1 Suro is the taboo of not being allowed to leave the house. Because if this is violated, it can bring bad luck. It is not surprising that many people believe in it and choose to stay at home. However, it should be noted that the meaning of being prohibited from traveling is except for worship.

2. Marriage Taboo

Another myth about the Night of 1 Suro is the taboo of getting married. Because marriages held in the month of Suro are considered to bring bad luck. Some people still believe in it and consider it just a myth.

3. Taboo of Speaking and Whispering

Another taboo on the Night of 1 Suro is the prohibition of speaking and whispering. This taboo is very popular in the Keraton Solo and Keraton Yogyakarta communities. One of them is the tradition of Mubeng Benteng in the Keraton and the tradition of Topo Bisu. The purpose of this prohibition is when speaking something bad or useless.

4. Prohibition of Building a House

Malam 1 Suro also has a prohibition on building a house. Because the myth can bring bad luck to its inhabitants. Among them are sickness, difficulty in finding sustenance, and others. There is also a myth of the prohibition of moving houses which is a taboo during Malam Satu Suro.

Those are some prohibitions and myths circulating in the community about Malam Satu Suro that you need to know. The myths about Malam Satu Suro above are still believed by many.

3. Sacred Birthdays on the Night of 1 Suro

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Still related to Javanese culture and tradition, there is a concept called weton. Meanwhile, on the Night of 1 Suro, there are several weton considered sacred. This is because the Night of 1 Suro is believed to be a mystical gateway. Lately, there has been a lot of talk about being cautious when going out on these sacred weton.

Among them are weton called Tulang Wangi, Darah Manis, and Tulang Renggang. These weton are believed to have mystical abilities. People with these weton are said to be more sensitive to the mystical and favored by astral beings. Therefore, it is believed that when these weton, Tulang Wangi, Darah Manis, or Tulang Renggang, occur on the Night of 1 Suro, they can attract mystical occurrences.

The list of these weton includes Senin Legi, Jumat Wage, Sabtu Kliwon, Minggu Pon, Rabu Pahing, Selasa Legi, Senin Kliwon, Senin Wage, Kamis Wage, Minggu Kliwon, Rabu Pahing, Senin Pahing, Rabu Kliwon, Sabtu Wage. These weton fall under the category of Tulang Wangi and Darah Manis.

That is the myth of the Night of 1 Suro that still remains a belief among the Javanese people. From the above explanation, we can interpret it in a positive way and take the good aspects, KLovers.

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