A glossary of cultural terms, traditional customs, and local wisdom that shape the Indonesian archipelago's identity.
“Ngabuburit is not just 'waiting for breaking fast time,' but has become a social ritual that shapes collective culture during Ramadan. The activity of filling time before breaking fast with various light activities, especially in public areas or eateries.”
“To be aware of oneself and one's surroundings, to be vigilant.”
“A legendary Javanese philosophy meaning to accept one's circumstances or fate with sincerity and surrender, without complaining or resisting”
“A Javanese term for a humble, polite, and unassuming attitude even when having higher status or advantages than others. In practice, this trait sometimes manifests through the choice of formal speech levels (krama inggil).”
“Javanese life principle teaching empathy by putting oneself in another's position before acting or judging”
“Javanese cultural tradition during Ramadan involving striking bamboo to wake people for suhoor; generally, the act of making noise with an object.”
“Not proper or not in accordance with the norms of decency and ethics prevailing in society. Refers to behavior, speech, or actions considered to violate manners and the values of Javanese culture, which may bring shame or social reproach from one's community.”