Bapeuha Tradition

fitrizz (31)in #culturevulture • 6 years ago

Bapeuha is a series of indigenous activities in Aceh that were held before the wedding took place.
At the time of Bapeuha the family of the men brought the engagement ring, the gifts of clothing and betel leaves arranged and strung together on a young banana tree.

The award ceremony was conducted after the wife was prayed and given advice by a woman who was appointed from the wife's family.

Also the male entourage of the prospective husband is greeted by the male side of the prospective wife, by two people representing both sides made various commitments about the marriage to be held as when the wedding date and the wedding party will be held.

Bapeuha can also be interpreted as an act of affirmation of the commitment of two large families from the prospective husband and the prospective wife. Therefore, bapeuha make the bond of love that has been established also get the blessings and prayers of the extended family. how beautiful and sublime it is.