Kris as a Symbol of Statehood in Indonesia

摘要

In Indonesia, the tradition on creating and using the kris has occurred since the kingdom era and it has been inherited to the family until now. The purpose of this article is to report the result of the study on the meaning of the kris as symbol of statehood in Indonesia. This qualitative study uses analytical descriptive method. The data are collected through the observation technique, interview, and documentation study. This study finds the concept of the kris making in which it has odd curves which are 3, 5, 7, and 9. The curve 3 means that the safety and prosperity of the country are the king's responsibilities. This kris is used by the king. The kris with curve 5 signifies the maintenance of the forest and animal in the water. This kris is used by deputy king or patih.