Motifs Parang

History and Philosophy Batik Motif Parang

Batik Parang is one motif that is the oldest in Indonesia.  Parang derived from the word "Pereng" which means the slopes. Perengan depicts a descending line from high to low diagonally. The composition of the motif "S" intertwine not symbolizes the unbroken continuity. the basic shape of the letter "S" is taken from ocean waves that illustrates the spirit that never goes out.  This is an original batik Indonesia that has existed since the days of the palace of Mataram Kartasura(Solo).

Batik Parang meaning high and is of great value in philosophy.  Batik motif of Javanese batik motif basic oldest. Batik parang has meaning advice to never give up, like waves of the sea that never stops moving. Batik Parang also describes the common thread that never broke up, both in terms of the effort to improve themselves, the defense of the welfare, and the form of kinship.

Batik Parang even describe the fabric that has not been broken, both in terms of repair themselves , the welfare of their efforts, as well as the kind of relationship where batik parang in the past is a gift that is precious to her children. In this context, the pattern contains the council of parents to continue the struggle machete resumed. Diagonal line straight symbolizes respect and ideals, as well as loyalty to the actual value. The dynamics of the pattern parang is also called agility, alertness, and kontituinitas between the workers and other workers. Batik Parang usually used for the opening ceremony. For example: Senapati who wants to go to war, in order to bring home the victory.

As for the types of batik parang below, namely:

• Parang Rusak. This motif is a motif created Penembahan Senopati currently imprisoned in South Beach. The motif is inspired by the waves that never tires hit the reef the beach. This motif symbolizes human being that internal fight crime by controlling their desires so that they are wise, character of noble character who will win.
•  Parang Barong. this motif is a motif that has a size larger than broken machete , which was created by Sultan Agung Hanyakrakusuma.These motifs have meaning self-control in a business dynamic that constantly, wisdom in motion, and prudence in action. 
• Parang klitik. This motif is a pattern parang with stylized subtle,size was smaller and also portray the image of the feminine,this motif symbolizes gentleness, subtle behavior and wise. Typically used by the princess. 
• Parang Slobog. This motif symbolizes courage, diligence and patience, and is usually used in the inauguration ceremony. These motifs have meaning leader who was sworn in the hope that can assume and carry out their duties with the mandate with inner wisdom.