Javanese Ethnomathematics in a Book of Centini
Keywords:
Serat Centini, EthnomathematicsAbstract
As one of the most important Javanese literary manuscripts, Serat Centini is an invaluable source of knowledge about Javanese culture. This study aims to reveal how mathematical elements such as patterns, symmetry, grouping, and classification are reflected in the narrative and descriptions of Serat Centini, and how these concepts contribute to the cultural and social understanding of Javanese society through the perspective of ethnomathematics. The method used is textual and contextual analysis of relevant verses in Pupuh 11-20, focusing on the identification and interpretation of mathematical elements. The results show that Serat Centini consistently employs mathematical concepts in its narrative structure, such as symmetrical arrangements in ritual descriptions, the use of numerical patterns in grouping, and the classification of cultural elements, which reflect the deep understanding of mathematics in Javanese culture.
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