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A meaningful tradition was held again by the people of Bedahlawak Village, Tembelang District, Jombang Regency, Sunday (13/7/2025) morning
A cultural ritual that has deep roots in the lives of rural communities as a form of gratitude for good fortune and abundant harvests.
This event is not just an annual ceremony, but also a concrete manifestation of the spirit of mutual cooperation, harmony and the strength of local culture which continues to be maintained amidst the current of modernization. Residents of all ages are involved in a whole series of events, from preparing agricultural products, arranging decorations, to taking part in cultural parades.
The Sadeqah of the Tembelang Surgical Village begins with a procession of agricultural products, a symbol of gratitude for the blessings of Allah SWT which are manifested in harvests such as rice, corn, vegetables and fruit. The produce is then symbolically distributed to the residents as a reminder that sustenance is a gift that must be shared.
The procession of jolen (traditional Javanese folk dances) enlivened the lively carnival in Bedahlawak Village, Tembelang, Jombang.
A cultural parade enlivened the atmosphere. Children and youth performed with a drum band, while local artists presented a kuda lumping (horse dance) performance, a traditional art form depicting courage and the spirit of struggle. The younger generation also demonstrated unity through creative dancing to the music from the horek sound system, demonstrating that local culture can still blend with contemporary expressions.
Besides providing entertainment for the people, the entire series also conveyed moral and spiritual messages: the importance of gratitude, sharing, and maintaining social harmony.
On this occasion, the Village Head (Masrum) expressed his gratitude to all residents who had worked together to make this event a success, enlivening Bedahlawak Village in general. The event began on July 6, 2025, in the hall of the Bedahlawak Grand Mosque, featuring donations for orphans and a religious study.
“This is a form of our gratitude to Allah SWT for the abundant harvest and blessed fortune. We hope this tradition will continue to be maintained, and that the residents of Bedahlawak Village will always live in harmony and maintain harmony with one another,” he told the media.
He also hopes that Bedahlawak Village will become more advanced and dignified in the future, becoming a village that is Baldatun thoibatun warabbul Ghofur (a village that is prosperous and prosperous).
He added that this activity strengthens social bonds among residents and inspires renewed enthusiasm for maintaining harmony and social resilience at the village level.
Meanwhile, the Head of Bedahlawak Village (Masrum) expressed his pride in the Bedahlawak community.
“We truly appreciate the solidarity of the Bedahlawak residents. This village almsgiving tradition not only preserves culture but also strengthens relationships and fosters a sense of gratitude in daily life,” he said.
He hopes this activity will inspire other villages to continue exploring and preserving local wisdom, which is rich in values and moral messages.
This year’s Bedahlawak village almsgiving is not only a celebration but also a form of resistance against the erosion of cultural identity due to the rapid influence of globalization. In today’s fast-paced world, traditions like this serve as a refreshing reminder that cultural roots are the foundation of a nation’s identity.
More than that, this event proves that culture is not only inherited but can also be revived and developed by the younger generation without losing the noble values it contains.
With a smooth, safe, and conducive event, the residents of Bedahlawak Village demonstrated that togetherness is the key to success. Hopes are also directed to the future: so that in the coming years, Bedahlawak Village Charity can be held more lively, stronger in spiritual values, and more Rooted in the sosial consciousness of s
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