Kenduri Explained

Kenduri or selametan or kenduren (Jawa call for kenduri) is a ritual practiced by Javanese communities in Indonesia and communities in Malaysia. Kenduri is a banquet for remembering something, requesting blessing, and other religious ceremonies.[1]

Kenduri is usually a gathering of a community and is led by the oldest person or someone who has a religion knowledge. The gathering is usually solely for the male population. For women, this banquet give them a chance to socialise while they prepare a meal for the Kenduri.

In Malaysia, kenduri often celebrates important life events such as birth, circumsicison, and marriage.[2]

Notes and References

  1. Book: Sardjono, M. Budi . Ibadat dalam Kenduri: Sebagai Sarana Pewartaan . PT Kanisius . 978-979-21-4992-0 . id.
  2. Web site: Lockard . Craig A. . Bin Ahmad . Zakaria . Malaysia - Culture, Cuisine, Traditions . Britannica . 21 September 2024 . en . 21 September 2024.