KEDUDUKAN DAN MAKNA SIRAMAN PADA PERKAWINAN ADAT JAWA

Abstract

This study examines the sacred nature of the Javanese Siraman Adat ceremony, a premarital ritual that serves as a symbol of the comprehensive purification of the bride and groom. Siraman is considered a crucial ritual that must be performed to remove inner impurities (sukerta) before entering into a sacred marriage bond. The study focuses on three main issues. The first identifies the mechanism of purification through the philosophy of assistance (pitulungan) in Air Tujuh Sumber and symbolic equipment (ubarampe). second, explaining sacredness through the role of elders (pinisepuh) and the Sungkeman and Pecah Kendi rituals as markers of mental transition, and third, reviewing the challenges of preserving the moral relevance of this tradition amid modernization. The results of the discussion show that every Siraman is a manifestation of noble prayers and parental blessings that strengthen the spiritual foundation. This ritual effectively achieves purification of intentions and total mental readiness, making Siraman an invaluable moral guide and spiritual capital. Therefore, preserving the noble values of Siraman is very important for maintaining cultural identity and instilling integrity and purity of heart as the main capital in building a harmonious household.