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National 5 years ago
'It makes us uncomfortable': Governor wants Bible in Minang language taken down from store
“The application contradicts Minangkabau culture with its philosophy of Adat Basandi Syarak, Syarak Basandi Kitabullah [culture is based on sharia, sharia is based on Quran],” Irwan wrote in the letter.
City 6 years ago
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Plate of memories: Food festival brings piece of home to Minang people in Jakarta
Hanim is Minangkabau -- an ethnic group originating from West Sumatra – a people known for traveling far from their hometown in pursuit of successful lives in other places, including Jakarta. Many of them are attracted to various businesses like jewelry, textiles and clothing, as well as the culinary trade, which contributes to the abundance of Minang food stalls in the capital.
Art & Culture 8 years ago
Contemporary Minang dance praised in Vienna
The Rantau Berbisik dance performance brought a contemporary touch to the Europalia Festival in Austria, depicting the West Sumatra Minangkabau tradition of merantau, in which young leave home, by incorporating traditional martial arts and other Minang elements.
