Brilio.net - Luna Maya and Maxime Bouttier just carried out the Javanese traditional siraman procession in Bali on Tuesday (6/5), as part of the preparations for their wedding scheduled for April 7, 2025 in Ubud. This siraman is one of the important stages that is full of meaning in Javanese culture.
One of the moments that attracts attention in the procession is the tradition of breaking the jug. This tradition is believed to be able to predict the gender of the first child of the bride and groom, so it becomes a long-awaited part of the series of traditional events.
After the jug was broken in the procession, Mamie Hardo, the studio leader who handled the event, gave her prediction. According to her, Luna Maya and Maxime Bouttier will most likely be blessed with a baby boy.
The prediction was born from an interpretation of the tradition of breaking jugs in Javanese culture. However, it is important to realize that this is only a hereditary belief and is not a guarantee of what will happen in the future, including the gender of the couple's child.
The tradition of breaking jugs itself has long been rooted in Javanese culture and has deep symbolic meaning. The breaking of pratolo jugs carried out by Luna Maya is believed to bring great spiritual values to the wedding procession.
In practice, the shape of the broken jug, the direction of the broken pieces, and various other elements are carefully observed to read the signs. In the procession carried out by Luna and Maxime, the details of the broken jug are what lead to the prediction of the birth of a boy.
Mamie Hardo, who has long studied this tradition, emphasized that the prediction was born from long experience and an understanding of the symbolism of breaking the jug. However, she also reminded that the results of the prediction should not be used as an absolute basis.
The procession of siraman and breaking the jug is not just a ritual, but also full of philosophical values. Siraman symbolizes self-cleansing before a new life as a married couple, while breaking the jug depicts the opening of the way for blessings and sustenance.
This series of traditional ceremonies also implies good prayers for the couple's household to be filled with happiness, peace, and good fortune. More than just a symbol, each stage has a deep meaning that reflects the hopes and blessings of the family and the surrounding environment.
By carrying out this procession solemnly, Luna Maya and Maxime Bouttier showed how much they appreciate cultural heritage. They also showed their commitment to preserving the noble values of Javanese tradition, while bringing special meaning to their marriage.
(brl/red)
