Saragih, Anggun Yuni Sarah
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Changes in the Architectural Function of the Bolon House of the Toba Batak Ethnic Group from Social Function to Tourism Object Lubis, Alpiani; Silaban, Immanuel; Siregar, Eka Silviana; Manullang, Doan Yohannes; Saragih, Anggun Yuni Sarah
Jurnal Pembelajaran Bahasa dan Sastra Vol. 4 No. 6 (2025): November 2025
Publisher : Raja Zulkarnain Education Foundation

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.55909/jpbs.v4i6.956

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This study aims to uncover changes in the social function of the Bolon House, the factors causing the changes, and their impact on the meaning and cultural values of the Toba Batak people. This study uses a descriptive qualitative approach with document-based analysis (documentary research). This approach was chosen because the study focuses on literature reviews and secondary data relevant to the changes in the function of the Bolon House, without conducting direct observations in the field. Data sources in this study consist of primary and secondary data, namely books, scientific articles, undergraduate theses, dissertations, and academic journals on Toba Batak architecture, as well as cultural tourism, as well as documentary data, namely digital archives, reports from local governments/tourism offices, and policy documents related to cultural preservation and tourism development. Data analysis was carried out through data reduction stages, sorting information from literature and documents relevant to the topic of changes in the function of the Bolon House. Categorization groups the data into themes: the traditional social function of the Bolon House, factors of change, implications for tourism, and cultural preservation. Although the change in function has the potential to reduce its sacred and social value, the existence of the Bolon House in the tourism sector also opens up opportunities for preservation, promotion of cultural identity, and empowerment of the local economy. Thus, this transformation needs to be managed wisely so that the Bolon House continues to function as a traditional architectural heritage that has sustainable social, cultural, and economic significance.
Semiotics in the Martumpol Traditional Ceremony in the Toba Batak Kasih, Febe Elnosa; Sianturi, Ginto; Saragih, Anggun Yuni Sarah; Sitorus, Revi Angel Sonata; Sinulingga, Jekmen
Jurnal Pembelajaran Bahasa dan Sastra Vol. 5 No. 2 (2026): Maret 2026
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.55909/jpbs.v5i2.1322

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This study aims to examine the forms of symbols, their semiotic meanings, and their functions within the martumpol tradition among the Toba Batak community. A qualitative method with a descriptive approach was employed, involving data collection through observation, interviews, and documentation. Data analysis was conducted using a semiotic perspective to understand the system of signs present in the martumpol procession. The results of the study indicate that the martumpol tradition encompasses various forms of symbols, such as verbal, nonverbal, material, ritual actions, and relational symbols. These symbols are interrelated and form a cohesive system of meaning within the cultural context. In semiotic analysis, the meaning of symbols in martumpol is divided into three levels: denotative, connotative, and ideological. At the denotative level, these symbols are interpreted literally, while at the connotative level, they reflect cultural values such as love, respect, and solidarity. At the ideological level, the symbols depict the norms, values, and social structures of the Batak Toba community, particularly within the dalihan na tolu kinship system. Furthermore, the symbols found in the martumpol tradition play a significant role in social life, including serving as a means to legitimize relationships, strengthen solidarity, build trust, and act as a medium for social control and cultural education. This tradition also demonstrates an adaptive nature in response to changing times without losing its fundamental meaning. Thus, martumpol functions not only as a traditional ritual but also as a tool for preserving the cultural values and identity of the Batak Toba community.