THE SYMBOL OF TRADITIONAL CLOTHS OF KABASARAN DANCE

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The aim of this research is to find out the symbol and the meaning of Kabasaran dance cloths. The meaning of symbols was studied by using descriptive qualitative method and content analysis technique. In this research, the writer focused on symbol analysis to those selected items. By using symbol analysis it makes an easier to conclude that Kabasaran clothing is a symbol of the strength and courage of the Waraney. In every dress there is a meaning that reflects the character of ancient Minahasa people. The data in this research was collected by interview and documented so, based on the result the researcher suggests the government and community together encourage and support the younger generation to prefer traditional dance and traditional clothing compared to modern dance. The writer also expects that this study will be useful to the readers who want to know further about the symbol analysis Keywords: Symbol and cloths