Relevansi Tari Rejang Pedawa Dengan Nilai-Nilai Pendidikan Agama Hindu

Abstract

This research aims to examine the relevance of Rejang Pedawa Dance with the values of Hinduism education. Rejang Pedawa Dance is a sacred dance performed in religious ceremonies in Pedawa Village, Buleleng Regency, Bali. This dance has its own uniqueness in terms of traditional clothing, a custom-based dancer selection system, and its symbolic meaning. This dance is not only a form of aesthetic performance, but also a sacred offering to welcome the descent of Bhatara-Bhatari during ceremonies such as Saba Malunin. This research uses descriptive qualitative method with literature study, through reviewing relevant books, journal articles, and customary documents. The results of the study show that Rejang Pedawa Dance contains the values of Hindu religious education, namely tattwa (philosophy), susila (ethics), and acara (ritual). These values are reflected in the function of the dance, the selection process of dancers, and the clothing elements used. In addition, this dance also instills religious discipline, moral responsibility, and cultural identity in the young generation. Thus, the preservation of Rejang Pedawa Dance is important as a spiritual and cultural heritage of the Hindu community in Pedawa Village.