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Views of life

Mbah Maridjan, the caretaker of Mount Merapi, gave a view on the life of Javanese people.
Ms. Maridjan gently said to the sand miners, 'Uwes le nambang sakcepate, urip kui sakmadya
nglakoni', or in Indonesian it means: 'Enough, mining (sand) just enough, life is lived in
moderation, not more or less'. Mbah Maridjan said this because he saw the possibility of cold lava
coming quite large. Ms. Maridjan's advice took me a long time to understand and absorb it, it
turned out to be very beautiful. This philosophy teaches us that living life as Javanese should be
moderate, no need to be extravagant or excessive in everything.

Relationships between Humans

In social life, the majority of Javanese people have a nature that likes to give in, this aims
to avoid further problems. When faced with conflict, the Javanese choose to remain silent. They
tend to choose to give in not because of fear but because they do not like conflict, let alone
bloodshed, this is certainly a plus in married life so that it remains harmonious. As we know, the
Javanese language has coarse, medium, and fine strata. Fine strata are used when young people
speak to people who are older, while those of the same age can use moderate language (ngoko
alus) or "ngoko". Usually, Javanese people from Yogyakarta and Solo are better known for their
soft and graceful speech. Another well-known Javanese habit is maintaining good manners. Either
to the older or fellow even younger. They also maintain ethics when blending in the community.
Javanese people are also used to bowing when walking in front of people who are older or more
respected as a form of respect and courtesy. Bowing this body as a sign that someone really
respects others and can put himself in his position. This Javanese knows how to behave, for
example when he is a guest or when he is a host.

The Relationship between Man and his State and Nation

Javanese culture is a culture that originates from Java and is embraced by the Javanese
people, especially in Central Java, Yogyakarta, and East Java. Javanese culture can be broadly
divided into 3, namely Banyumasan culture, Central Java-DIY culture, and East Javanese culture.
Javanese culture prioritizes balance, harmony and harmony in everyday life. Javanese culture

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