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=== Origin of Constellation === |
=== Origin of Constellation === |
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Hulanjar can be interpreted as a widow whose husband has left her. It also refers to an unmarried virgin. During the Majapahit Kingdom, all the rules regarding marriage were regulated in the Nagarakertagama Kakawin book, in the chapters on tukon (dowry) and marriage. These rules were based on Hindu principles and customs, as well as local traditions and practices. If a young man proposed marriage to a young woman publicly, but had not yet married, he had no right to the proposal. Such a young woman was called a hulanjar, or an unmarried widow without children. Therefore, her father had the right to marry her off to someone else. |
Hulanjar can be interpreted as a widow whose husband has left her. It also refers to an unmarried virgin. During the Majapahit Kingdom, all the rules regarding marriage were regulated in the Nagarakertagama Kakawin book, in the chapters on tukon (dowry) and marriage. These rules were based on Hindu principles and customs, as well as local traditions and practices. If a young man proposed marriage to a young woman publicly, but had not yet married, he had no right to the proposal. Such a young woman was called a hulanjar, or an unmarried widow without children. Therefore, her father had the right to marry her off to someone else.<ref>Midaada, Avirista, "Mengenal Istilah Wulanjar Gadis Rasa Janda di Masa Kerajaan Majapahit" (2022) https://news.okezone.com/read/2022/05/06/337/2589762/mengenal-istilah-wulanjar-gadis-rasa-janda-di-masa-kerajaan-majapahit</ref> |
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=== Transfer and Transformation of the Constellation === |
=== Transfer and Transformation of the Constellation === |
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Latest revision as of 05:46, 10 December 2025
Hulanjar is an Oceanic name from Bali (Indonesia). The lintang of hulanjar is found in intersection of Coma (Monday, in saptawara) and Pon (in pancawara) in a series of palelintangan. Lintang hulanjar means a widow constellation.[1]
Etymology and History
Hulanjar (IPA:[uˈlan.dʒar])
Spelling Variants
- hulandjar (old spelling)
- ulandjar (old spelling)
- ulanjar (enhanced spelling)
- wulandjar (old spelling)
- wulanjar (enhanced spelling)
- kiriman
- akirim
Origin of Constellation
Hulanjar can be interpreted as a widow whose husband has left her. It also refers to an unmarried virgin. During the Majapahit Kingdom, all the rules regarding marriage were regulated in the Nagarakertagama Kakawin book, in the chapters on tukon (dowry) and marriage. These rules were based on Hindu principles and customs, as well as local traditions and practices. If a young man proposed marriage to a young woman publicly, but had not yet married, he had no right to the proposal. Such a young woman was called a hulanjar, or an unmarried widow without children. Therefore, her father had the right to marry her off to someone else.[2]
Transfer and Transformation of the Constellation
Mythology / Religion
Once upon a time, a beautiful hulanjar passed by the hut on her way to deliver food to the rice fields. Captivated by her beauty, the young men who were building the hut were distracted. This young woman was eventually immortalized as a constellation, Alpha Centauri and Beta Centauri.
Image Variants
Lintang Hulandjar (CC-BY Alfred Maaß, (1929), Astrologische Kalender der Balinesen)
Lintang Akirim in the cloth (CC-BY UPTD Museum Bali)
Lintang Akikirim (CC-BY Youla Azkarrula taken in the ceiling of Taman Gili Klungkung Palace Bali)
Cultural Beliefs
Numerology (Neptu/Urip)
Coma (Monday, in saptawara) has a value of 4 and Pon (in pancawara) has a value of 7. Thus, the total urip on this lintang is 11 [3]
Astrological Characteristics
His promise can make people miserable, many supernatural beings haunt his life. They look like they are hard-hearted, but are patient and understanding. Often seen showing off, but their desire is to help. They speak impolitely and rudely, but they are loving and want to advise.[3]
Matching Gemstones
Biduri Bulan (Moon Stone).[3]
Weblinks
All HIP Stars within this constellation
Stars within the Constellation Area
| id | Label | IAU design. | description | Vmag |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rigil Kentaurus | HIP 71683 | within constellation lines | 0.01 |
| 2 | Hadar | HIP 68702 | within constellation lines | 0.58 |
References
- References (general)
- ↑ Maass, Alfred, “Astrologische Kalender der Balinesen,” in Koninklijk Bataviaasch Genootschap van Kunsten en Wetenschappen, Feestbundel bij gelegenheid van zijn 150 jarig bestaan 1778-1928, 2 vols. (Weltevreden, 1929), Vol. 2, 126-157.
- ↑ Midaada, Avirista, "Mengenal Istilah Wulanjar Gadis Rasa Janda di Masa Kerajaan Majapahit" (2022) https://news.okezone.com/read/2022/05/06/337/2589762/mengenal-istilah-wulanjar-gadis-rasa-janda-di-masa-kerajaan-majapahit
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 Tim Kajian Palelintangan, “Gabungan Kajian Palelintangan,” Museum Bali (2021), 1-149.
