Putiak Sanggua in the Marriage Ceremony for People in Nagari Sijunjuang West Sumatra

Abstract

Putiak Sanggua can only be used by "Bajiniah" people, meaning those from descendants who have the title like Datuak. This research was conducted using a qualitative approach, which is a descriptive analysis. Data collection techniques in this study were carried out with literature study techniques, observation, interviews, and documentation. Interviews were conducted with informants from traditional leaders, family who had committed the marriage customs of the Nagari Sijunjuang community. The discussion of this journal regarding the shape and symbolic meaning of the Putiak Sanggua in the marriage ceremony for the people in Nagari Sijunjuang West Sumatra. In term of shape of putiak sanggua looks at a glance like suntiang pisang saparak from Solok Salayo. And the symbolic meaning of Putiak Sanggua lies in the florid flower motif symbolizing that beauty and grandeur for women because of their beautiful shape.