ASAL MULA PATASIWA DAN PATALIMA DI MALUKU | CERITA RAKYAT MALUKU

Summary

The video explores the origins of the two major groups in Maluku, the Patasiwa and Bata Lima, through a popular folk tale. It tells the story of a beautiful and magical princess named Hai Dwei, who, using her powers, creates valuable treasures and captivates many, but also sparks jealousy. During a festival, she is tragically pushed into a hole by those who envy her, leading to her death. Her father, with his supernatural abilities, uncovers the truth and sets off a series of events that result in the division of the community into the two groups.

Takeaways

• 😀 Maluku has two major groups: Patasiwa (Group 9) and Bata Lima (Group 5), with shared origins in folklore.
• 😀 The story of these groups originates from the island of Serang and is recorded by Dr. Florence Sahusilawane, published in 2014.
• 😀 Sundari Cisa, a beautiful and powerful princess, is central to the legend. She could transform mud into valuable objects.
• 😀 Sundari’s talents made her both admired and envied by people across the island.
• 😀 The story features a traditional ceremony, the Tarimaro festival, where people gather and celebrate with dancing and gifting.
• 😀 During the festival, Sundari enchanted the audience by distributing mystical, glowing objects, which sparked jealousy.
• 😀 On the ninth night of the festival, Sundari was pushed into a deep hole and buried alive by those jealous of her.
• 😀 The local performers sang loudly to drown out her cries for help as they buried her in the hole.
• 😀 Her father, Amita, discovered the murder using his mystical powers, leading him to her body.
• 😀 In response to the murder, Amita sought vengeance, leading to the formation of two rival groups: Patasiwa and Bata Lima.
• 😀 This event caused a divide between the two groups, with ongoing conflicts and violence in the area following the incident.

Q & A

What are the two major groups in Maluku mentioned in the script?

The two major groups mentioned in the script are the 'Patasiwa' and the 'Bata Lima'.

What is the origin story behind the division of these two groups?

The division of these groups originates from a tragic event where a princess from Serang Island, Hai Dwei, was murdered, leading to the formation of the two groups in Maluku.

Who was Hai Dwei, and what made her special?

Hai Dwei was a beautiful princess with magical abilities. She could transform mud into valuable items such as porcelain and gold, which she sold for high prices.

How did the people react to Hai Dwei's abilities?

Many people were impressed by Hai Dwei's abilities and were in awe of her, but some also became envious and plotted against her.

What was the Tarimaro festival, and what role did Hai Dwei play in it?

The Tarimaro festival was a celebratory event where dancers performed in nine circles. Hai Dwei participated by distributing various valuable items during the festival, such as porcelain, gold, and other treasures.

What happened to Hai Dwei during the ninth night of the Tarimaro festival?

On the ninth night of the festival, Hai Dwei was pushed into a deep hole by those who envied her, and her cries for help were covered up by loud singing and dancing.

How did Hai Dwei's father, Amita, discover what had happened to her?

Amita, Hai Dwei's father, used his mystical powers to sense that his daughter had been murdered. He found her body using a method involving nine sticks and blood, which led him to the burial site.

What was the outcome of Hai Dwei's death?

Hai Dwei's death led to a violent division between the groups. Those who mourned her formed one group, and those who were responsible for her death formed another, resulting in the creation of the Patasiwa and Bata Lima groups.

How did the local community react to the events surrounding Hai Dwei's death?

The community was shaken, and tensions rose as frequent murders occurred between the two groups. This led to instability and conflict in the region.

What is the significance of the story of Hai Dwei and the creation of the two groups in Maluku?

The story of Hai Dwei illustrates the themes of jealousy, power, and tragedy, and the formation of the Patasiwa and Bata Lima groups symbolizes the lasting effects of conflict and division in the region.