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Old 20th May 2024, 06:42 AM   #1
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Default Dhapurs and their names

How does a dhapur get its name?

Relatedly, is there a relationship between the name of the dhapur and the kerises physical form, or with the tuah of the dhapur?

I suspect this might differ on a case-by-case basis, so I'll throw out some examples to get the ball rolling to see if anyone can offer a meaning or reason behind the given name.
  1. Dhapur tilam upih (noun) - translated as "bed made of the leaf sheaths of the areca palm"
  2. Pasupati (proper noun) - an incarnation of Shiva
  3. Jangkung (adjective) - tall or langky person, or Robson also has another definition of "to guard from afar, watch from a distance/"

Do feel free to offer any others.
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