The Takiran Tradition in Sura Month as a Form of Cultural Diversity in Selanegara Village, Sumpiuh District

Abstract

The Takiran tradition is still very familiar, we can find it in all corners of the village in Banyumas Regency, especially in Sumpiuh District. as an embodiment of gratitude to the creator. There is no definite provision regarding the day of the implementation of this Takiran, which is definitely still in the day of the month of Sura according to the agreement of the villagers with the village head. Usually it is taken on Sundays or holidays with the consideration that the implementation of this takiran can be enjoyed by many the community, especially those who work days. Before praying together and eating takir rice, usually the men work to clean the environment and public facilities, while the women/mothers prepare Nasi Takir complete with side dishes. This study uses theory Clifford Geertz's interpretation of culture is culture n is a pattern of meaning contained in various symbols. While the method used is a qualitative descriptive method with a phenomenological approach. The data collection technique used is a literature study by reading books and interviews with village heads and local elders. The purpose of this study is that we can find out the philosophical meanings contained in takir are very unique, namely "organized and thought" and "taqwa and dhikr" as well as knick-knacks in the takiran tradition. in the past until now, it's just that there are some villages that have combined the looks of more modern takiran. There are also those who still maintain the procedures and appearance of the takir rice, such as in the village of Selanegara which still uses banana leaves which are shaped takir as a place for rice and then on top put side dishes, vegetables and other accessories.