Folklore - Gunung Merapi ( Mount Merapi) - English Version - ( EF - English First Version )

Summary

The video script narrates the legend of Mount Merapi, an active volcano in Indonesia. It describes the mountain's pre-eruption phenomena, known as 'weather scam bail,' feared by locals. The story delves into the formation of Merapi, involving mythical craftsmen, a volcanic mountain, and divine intervention. The tale culminates in the forced relocation of Mount Jamurdipa, resulting in the creation of Merapi and the tragic demise of the craftsmen, whose legacy lives on through the mountain's smoke.

Takeaways

• 🌋 Mount Merapi is recognized as one of the most active volcanoes in the world.
• 📍 It is located in the province of Yogyakarta, specifically in Slummin Regency or the northern part of the special region of Yogyakarta.
• 🔥 Before eruptions, Mount Merapi emits a hot white cloud, referred to as 'weather scam bail' by the local community.
• ⚠️ The high temperature of the white cloud is greatly feared by the people living on the slopes of the mountain.
• 📖 The script narrates a story of how Mount Merapi was formed, inviting listeners to learn about its origins.
• 🌳 The area where Mount Merapi is now was once a vast plain covered by a huge forest with few inhabitants.
• 🔨 Deep in the forest, there was an iron melting furnace and a still house, inhabited by master craftsmen known as 'Ellen Paris makers'.
• 🏞️ Far to the south, there was an inactive volcano called 'Jamal Deepa Mountain' that was causing Java Island to tilt southward.
• 💪 The deities Bottari Nerada and De La Pena Deacon were tasked with moving Jamal Deepa Mountain to prevent further tilting of the island.
• 🛠️ The master craftsmen, Paramah and Empu Maman, refused to leave their forest due to the quality of their craftsmanship being tied to the location.
• 🤝 Despite attempts to convince them, a violent confrontation ensued, resulting in the masters' refusal to move.
• 🗻 Ultimately, Jamal Deepa Mountain was moved to the location of the craftsmen's forest, resulting in the formation of Mount Merapi and the death of the two masters.

Q & A

What is Mount Merapi known for?

Mount Merapi is known for being one of the most active volcanoes in the world, located in the province of Yogyakarta, Indonesia.

What is the phenomenon that occurs before Mount Merapi erupts?

Before Mount Merapi erupts, it shoots a hot white cloud into the air, which is called 'weather scam bail' by the local community.

What is the temperature of the white cloud emitted by Mount Merapi?

The temperature of the white cloud is very high, and it is greatly feared by the people living on the slopes of Mount Merapi.

What was the original location of Mount Merapi according to the story?

According to the story, the place where Mount Merapi is now located was originally a vast plain in the form of a huge forest.

Who were the two master craftsmen living in the forest?

The two master craftsmen living in the forest were Empu Rama and Mbah Maridjan, who were famous as iron makers.

What was the name of the mountain that was causing Java Island to tilt to the south?

The mountain causing Java Island to tilt to the south was called Jamort Deepa Mountain.

Why did Jamort Deepa Mountain need to be moved?

Jamort Deepa Mountain needed to be moved to prevent further tilting of Java Island to the south.

What was the occupation of Empu Rama and Mbah Maridjan?

Empu Rama and Mbah Maridjan were master craftsmen, specifically known for making iron (Chris makers).

What was the outcome of the battle between Empu Rama, Mbah Maridjan, and the gods?

The battle ended with Empu Rama and Mbah Maridjan using their iron (crisp) to destroy the wands of the gods, Batara Narada and Dewi Penarik, causing them to retreat.

What event led to the creation of Mount Merapi?

The creation of Mount Merapi was a result of Jamort Deepa Mountain being moved to the location where Empu Rama and Mbah Maridjan were working, causing their death and the formation of the volcano.

What is the significance of the white smoke that comes from Mount Merapi's crater?

The white smoke from Mount Merapi's crater is believed to be a result of the impact of Jamort Deepa Mountain on the location where Empu Rama and Mbah Maridjan were working, and their iron-making fireplace.