Metaphysic Dimension in Labuhan Ceremony of Yogyakarta Palace

Abstract

The symbolic behavior in Javanese culture is reflected in labuhan ceremony which is done at certain moments by Yogyakarta Palace. This tradition is based on values and has a specific purpose. Labuhan ceremony has strong cultural roots associated with metaphysical meanings. The material object in this study is labuhan ceremony by Yogyakarta Palace, while the formalized object is metaphysics. This research is a qualitative research in philosophy. The method used is the method of analysis-synthesis with methodical interpretation. The existence of labuhan ceremony is regarded as the metaphysical type of communication between the world and the supernatural nature. Both have a reciprocal relationship so that labuhan ceremony is a form of communication to maintain harmony. Labuhan ceremony has a metaphysical meaning, which is a symbol of a harmonious relationship among human beings, supernatural nature, and God.