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PEUMULIA JAMEE THE TRADITION OF WELCOMING GUESTS IN ACEH
"Peumulia Jamee Adat Geutanyoe," this is a famous saying in Aceh, particularly in Banda Aceh. Since Peumulia Jamee is a fundamental tradition for Aceh as a tourist destination, in this case, tourists are also called "guests" by the people of the visited region. The saying which means "honoring guest is our tradition" is not something new. It has strong roots in the Acehnese culture. Welcoming and honoring guest had been parts of the Acehnese kingdom prehistory. Malay saying "Guest is the King" is, therefore, well implemented by the Acehnese. The Guest honoring tradition has a humanity and religious relationship for the Acehnese. The tradision, indeed, takes place in every community which has a different cultural background. However, the characteristic from the Acehnese culture is the values embodied in its implementation. Two stanzas of a poem titled Saleum (greeting) seems express the meaning of Peumulia Jamee. The lyrics are often presented in various occasions, in ceremonial event, lyrics, and saga as well as in daily activities. People in Aceh have various ways to honor guests; since the first time they arrive in Aceh, enter the house, until they go back to their place. Between Pinto Aceh, Ranup, Peusijeuk, Traditional Dance, Woven Mat, Coffee, Manatiang Tradition.
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