(Medicine of Revision)Rosalinda
Sunshade
Marriage is a special day that lasts once in a lifetime. And on this sacred day, every bride, always wants to look beautiful in clothing, ranging from modern clothing, to their own customary clothing.
When married, the bride must wear Indigenous clothes, one of which is like my current clothes. Minang traditional clothing called Suntiang. This cross became a dazzling crown on the head of each bride minang, usually always colored to the emasan, but now many colors and patterns, ranging from silver, golden pink, golden, red and other gold.
After I was fed by the foreign man with the status of my husband, We were again preoccupied with guests who were increasingly crowded. We had to spread smiles on behalf of the family, stand up and sit down repeatedly, then take a selfie.
I squealed a few times and sighed. I'm really tired. “Why the hell, should use this heavy Suntiang?” my murmur was irritated by the quiet voice, after the quiet guest around my peraminan.
“You're usually just complaining, Ros!” my First Uncle.
I grumbled and muttered in crap.
Grandma came closer with Eyang, sitting next to me, clutching my hand tightly.
“Ros...” said Grandma looked at me fixedly. I looked at him too.
“In ancient times, suntiang could consist up to 13 levels. The more italic time, modern brides mostly wear for fewer levels with a weight reaching 1 to 5 kg.”
“The first layer, usually a small suntiang consists of 7 levels, which symbolizes ethics and manners. Later, strands of jasmine flowers were affixed, as a symbol of peace. After that, usually in this section, consists of sarai sarumpun.”
“Suntiang odd or large number, called mansi-mansi that symbolizes maturity and wisdom. At the very top, then in the arrangement row of flowers shake.”
“The embellishment on the pinned head dangles on the right and left, called the coke-kote. Meanwhile, the necklace decoration placed on the forehead is called laca.” said Grandma explained about the suntiang.
“Various decorations also beautify, with a large garobah bracelet, akeh ameh bracelet, and necklaces and rings. Visually, the suntiang has a very attractive appearance, in addition to radiating from the color and diversity of the decorations arranged in it.”
“The beauty of the suntiang decoration not only aims to provide beauty and beauty for women. But sometimes moral messages are intended for both brides and will be a role model in married life.” he said gently still with a warm smile.
“Each suntiang is different type and shape, determined by the origin of the area, has 2 large and small sizes. Usually a small suntiang is more often used by bridesmaids. Suntiang details are composed of beautiful flowers or flowers, adapted also to the original area of the bride.” he continued.
“Typically the weight of the suntiang reaches 6-7 kg. All materials use real gold, even heavy aluminum iron. Ribet, skewers of konde are plugged one by one using the suntiang is not easy, the bride must be ready to stand all day while holding the weight of many kilometers above the head.”
“The weight of the suntiang, symbolizes the readiness and responsibility of women to become a Bundo kanduang, and assume responsibility, as a wife and mother of their children later.” Eyang said.
“The modern section of aluminum material is shaped like a semi-circular bendo and made multi-level as much as 5 layers. Next there are flowers shake and a series of other decorations.” continued Grandma explained.
“So, if you object and get tired, be patient, Ros. Because behind the weight of the suntiang there is meaning, behind the ribet and the hassle of jewelry knickknacks contain meaning.” said Grandma patted the back of my hand.
“Patience, My dear Grandson, It's not long, only 3 days but a lifetime. No more second time.” suntiang said Eyang.
“Why is that? If you marry again, you can use the suntiang again.” I replied with a crisp smile, no matter the human man beside me, offended or not.
“Ros,” call Grandma again.
“In Minang, usually, women can only wear the suntiang 1 time. So for the second marriage, he could no longer wear the suntiang. Although He did not do the party before at the first wedding, if He was ever married or widowed, He can no longer wear suntiang.” explained Grandma.
“Why is that so, Grandma?” manya curious.
“That is what it means, the sanctity of a Suntiang. Except for the married woman, married to the man who had never been married, then the man did a party. So, women can wear Suntiang in the place of men, but still can not in the place of women themselves.” said Grandma explained.
I was shocked to hear that explanation.
“If you lived in the past, it might be more difficult. Because the Suntiang of old was a sacred suntiang. If a girl who is no longer a virgin wears it, she will fall unconscious and will not be able to wear it.”
“However, because many girls can not keep the honor, and many families who bear the shame if found out their daughters are no longer holy. From then on, the old suntiang was changed to ordinary suntiang, so be grateful Ros, because you do not wear the heavy original suntiang.”
“What am I worried about? Didn't Grandma say, the suntiang felt heavy if not holy? I swear in the name of Allah, if I am still very holy.” I said loudly and excitedly.
Grandma and Eyang smiled.
“Iya, Grandma knows. But didn't you protest saying Suntiang is heavy?”
I smiled clumsyly. Right, I was protesting. However, now I feel lucky, as Grandma and Eyang said, for being born in the present, so the suntiang is now lighter than the old times.
“Now, you should be grateful and patient Dear.” Grandma held my hand tightly.
I nodded, it was easy for me to be deceived by Grandma and Eyang. Then Grandma put a ring on me, and then Eyang put a ring on my husband.
“This is a gift for you both from Eyang and Grandma. May your marriage Sakinah, mawadah, warahmah.”
“Practice to your husband Hanan, Ros. Learn to obey and respect your husband in the future. Love and love him wholeheartedly.” Grandma said.
“Hanan, Love and love our grandchildren with all your soul and body. Guide him, and be patient with him a lot.” said Eyang to the man beside me.
I frowned as Eyang spoke like that, I disagree with his words. Why should you guide me? Why must you be patient with me? What am I why?
“Iya, of course Eyang.” said smile.
“Grandma and Eyang don't worry yes, God willing. I am willing to marry your grandchildren, and I am ready to accept all the advantages and disadvantages.”