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Journal : Journal of English Language Teaching and Linguistics

The Roles and Symbolism of Mangupa in Sipirok Traditional Wedding Ceremony Irmayanti Irmayanti
Journal of English Language Teaching and Linguistics Journal of English Language Teaching and Linguistics, 2(1), April 2017
Publisher : Yayasan Visi Intan Permata

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | Full PDF (421.65 KB) | DOI: 10.21462/jeltl.v2i1.41

Abstract

This paper qualitatively examines the roles and symbolism of mangupa in Sipirok wedding ceremony. Results revealed that the presence of piramanuk na dihobolan ( boiling eggs), manuk (chicken), hambeng ( goat meat), and horbo (buffalo meat) in the Sipirok wedding ceremony bring a symbolic meaning for the hosts, bridegroom, their family and guests. Symbolizing of fertility, appreciation, sweet life to the bridegroom, blessing, creating strong bonding, good relationships between guests and marriage declaration are some of the significant on the present those mangupa in theĀ  Sipirok wedding. Hence, it is vital for Sipirok especially the young generation to appreciate and preserved these practices.