White Crocodile as Social Criticism of Polygamy Phenomenon in Curug Dahu Village

The purpose of this study was to analyze the structure of the traditional wedding ceremony and the White Crocodile performance in Curug Dahu Village. Signifying the concept of denotation and connotation of the White Crocodile in the traditional wedding ceremony in Curug Dahu Village, and analyzing the relationship between the White Crocodile communication elements to the phenomenon of polygamy in the Curug Dahu village. The research method used is a qualitative research method. The data collection technique was carried out starting with literature study, observation and interviews accompanied by documentation. The object of this research is the White Crocodile in a Sundanese traditional ceremony in Curug Dahu Village. This research uses Roland Barthes' Semiotics theory. Decoding the codes and identifying the denotations that have been formed are obtained at the primary level (denotation),


Introduction
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Theoretical Basis
The White Crocodile myth in this study is seen as an important part of referential meaning in its capacity as a paradigmatic relation.This

Research Methods
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Discussion
White Crocodile is a show that is performed or held in an open space, but it is not wrong to say that the show is carried out in the most magnificent space.When compared to a performance that is carried out indoors with lights or lights that are made to make the show look good, One of them is that each partner is required to be faithful, so that when this is awake, married life will remain harmonious.However, when the balance in the household order is violated, it will be disturbed.

Conclusion
White Crocodile is a typical Sundanese art form that has developed both in form and function.
However, the patterns of the old

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Dahu village.This can be seen from the shape shown, which is made and shaped to avoid the realistic form of a crocodile animal.The ingredients used have a useful function for various wedding purposes, for example, the betel leaf used to make the white crocodile property can be distributed to mothers who help cook in the kitchen of the wedding party owner.Usually, betel leaves and areca nut together are chewed, which is believed to be beneficial for oral health.Then the fibers of the palm fiber can be used as material for making ropes and brooms, as well as bamboo and wood for cooking.In addition, palm fiber, betel leaf, areca nut, coconut leaf and other ingredients are symbols of hope and gratitude to Allah SWT.The white crocodile is also a symbol of social status, as can be seen from the size of the white crocodile and the number of offerings that symbolize the status of the groom.Cultural products that are present in society cannot be separated from what is happening in society itself.So that sociologically the creator will be influenced and produce works with codes and symbols for what phenomena are happening.The White Crocodile Show is also an art form, which involves the expression of human emotions and is conveyed to others through symbols in appearance, movement, and sound.The presentation of the White Crocodile show as a means of communication can be seen in the White Crocodile property.The messages in the White Crocodile are conveyed or communicated to the public (audience) through the presentation of performances and visual elements that are realized.beginning of the 16th century, and the arrival of these ships.Dutch ships from the VOC trading organization in Banten at the end of the 16th century".(Koentjaraningrat, 2009, p. 206).As a result of the openness of the people of Banten to foreign cultures, it obscures the cultural identity of the people.As happened in the use of the language contained in the wedding ceremony, the majority of the people of Curug Dahu in their daily life use Javanese, but in influenced by various forms of interesting culture to study.
that are loaded with mythical content.Each of these elements is combined in such a way with the aim of accommodating a message or meaning which is a transformation of a concept that is closely related to the meaning of the White Crocodile.
objects and events around him that most people don't pay attention to"(Heriyawati,   2016:13).Based on this opinion, the artist is certainly sensitive to the social reality that is part of his life, then processes it in a work as a reflection of the socio-cultural conditions of his community.It aims not only as an expression of expression, but also as a medium of communication in conveying criticism.It is hoped that the work he has made can improve the situation of the problems that are currently occurring in the community in a persuasive manner.White Crocodile as a work cannot be separated from the role of its creator and the environment in which the show is created.Social criticism arises along with the occurrence of problems in aspects of social life which include, customs, social interaction, especially in this case married life.Problems can arise if one of the mechanisms is not implemented according to the existing social order in society.Problems or violations committed can present a situation where the community becomes unstable and hinders the goals that have been determined together.In addition to social problems as described previously regarding starting marriage, in marriage, every couple is required to obey the norms that apply in society, both in terms of customs passed down from generation to generation and from their religion.
Expressing criticism is one way to respond to social problems that often occur in society."Social criticism is a form of communication in society that aims to control social systems or community processes"(Abar, 1999:   47).As in the White Crocodile show, as a form of performance work that can be used as social control in social life in responding to existing problems, so that it can be used as reflection in social life and obtain solutions.It is hoped that social criticism communicated through works of art can trigger changes in people's lives for the better.Social problems that occur in society often trigger responses and attention from other community members, including artists, one of which is to pour their ideas and ideas into a work of art that contains elements of criticism.As is the case with the phenomenon is increasing every year and becomes a concern in society.In general, marriage between a man and a woman is known as monogamous marriage, but there is also a form of marriage known as polygamous marriage.Polygamous marriage is when a man is married to more than one woman as his wife.As stated in Article 3 paragraph 2 of the Marriage Law that, "The court may give permission to a husband to take more than one wife if the parties concerned want".Polygamy occurs due to many factors, of education, and factors of disloyalty.There are many more worrying phenomena as a result of divorce, where many married couples divorce without going through a religious court.This makes the rights of the wife and children ignored, as if after the divorce there are no more responsibilities or burdens borne by the husband.This happens because there are no sanctions and supervision from government officials.The increase in the divorce rate from time to time seems to have decreased in its sacred value and divorce is no longer taboo. of its users, the interaction between the rules that have been mutually agreed upon in the text and the mutually agreed rules experienced and expected by the users. .Then the texts that can be read visually on the White Crocodile as a visual marker.The signs contained in the White Crocodile show can be read as a sign that can be interpreted from a performance that is part of the marriage ritual ceremony.White Crocodile is a form of storytelling or narrative that holds the meaning of a marriage.In this case, the White Crocodile contains solutions in overcoming problems in marriage.Not only solving problems in marriage, even various social events that occur in society are summarized in it.One of them was the phenomenon of polygamy which was growing in Banten society at that time.The phenomenon of polygamy in fact has many negative impacts, especially on the rights of wives and children.As a response to public unrest about the phenomenon of White Crocodile polygamy, it is present as a form or method as well as a signal for solving these social problems.In this context the White Crocodile plays a role in providing solutions to the causes of polygamy, such as one of the causes is the wife cannot give offspring.Unable to give offspring one of the factors is due to health problems.White Crocodile is a property made from natural ingredients that can provide health benefits, such as betel leaf for the cleanliness of female intimate organs.Another meaning is presented in the signs contained in the White Crocodile element.For example, the meaning of loyalty symbolized in the Crocodile figure illustrates how the results of the act of loyalty will produce happinessis the most tangible meaning of a sign (Barthes, 2004:162).Denotation is a system of meaning in the first stage, on the visual element of the white crocodile property.On the White Crocodile Head the denotation level is a depiction of fertility and human desire when married.On the head of a white crocodile, the connotation level is a reflection of hope and prayer to God so that he will be given offspring and a happy life in this world and in the hereafter.On yellow leaf, denotatively is a form of prayer and hope to get God's pleasure.At the connotative level, janur kuning is a liaison between humans and their God, a place to ask, beg, and hope for something, in this case it is offspring, welfare and household harmony.The denotation level of areca nut is a medicine for men's needs when they are married.At the connotation level, areca nut is a symbol of the male figure.In betel leaf the denotation level is the fulfillment of women's health needs.At the connotation level, the betel leaf symbolizes the female figure and its role in achieving a harmonious life.At the level of fibers, the denotation is a cleaning tool.At the level of connotation, palm fiber is a reflection of how important self-evaluation of bad qualities is in order to live a happy and harmonious life.At the denotation level wood is one of the fuels for cooking.At the connotation level, healthy food is important in maintaining a healthy life and maintaining the reproductive system so that the desire for a harmonious and happy married life can be realized, in this case having children.The white crocodile as a symbol of loyalty is conceptualized in the scene of the show.At the denotation level, the scene shows a patient attitude waiting for a partner.In the first scene, the connotation level shows loyalty, sincerity, patience and does not betray or break promises, but maintains love and love and maintains the relationship that will be built together.In the second scene, the denotation level illustrates that problems will interfere with the journey in building a household.at the level of connotation a happy household does not mean a household without problems, of course problems will always exist but the most important thing is how to find a way out and maintain a household that has been built.In the third scene, the denotation level in building a household will be faced with many disturbances and problems both from within the household and from outside.At the level of connotation with faith and piety to Allah SWT, media performances.But gently the White Crocodile show does not only hint at its relationship to ritual or religion, but also to the history of Sundanese culture and the social phenomena of society that occurred at that time.White Crocodile is a discourse formed by the people of Curug Dahu Village as a response to the social problems that occurred at that time.Where people are faced with the problem of polygamy and divorce which continues to increase every year.Anxiety about the impact that occurs due to polygamy and divorce makes the show one of the ways and solutions to reduce the rate of polygamy and divorce.The signs contained in the White Crocodile show can be read as a sign that can be interpreted from traditional performances that are part of a wedding ritual ceremony.White Crocodile is a form of storytelling or narrative that holds the meaning of a marriage.The White Crocodile as a means of communication is not only a ritual ceremony that presents the meaning of cause and effect from the rational actions of people's lives.In this case the meaning is presented in the signs contained in the White Crocodile element.For example, the meaning of loyalty symbolized in the Crocodile figure illustrates how the results of the act of loyalty will produce happiness, prosperity, harmony, and harmony.Furthermore, faithfulness will lead to a beautiful life after death, namely heaven.White Crocodile is a discourse that exists to maintain and restore norms that have developed in society that are starting to disappear and are no longer obeyed by the community."The elements of Islam and elements of the original belief (adat-istiadat), seem to have been integrated into a belief system and responded to by them with ).As a medium of da'wah such as piety/carrying out God's commands which are believed to lead to a happy life, in this case having a family.Having offspring and family harmony which at that time was the dream of every couple.The White Crocodile in fact can help understand the mistakes that exist in people's social life.The White Crocodile is a symbol of fertility, which means there is an assumption that people have problems with their reproductive system, either because of their diet or way of life or because of their lack of devotion to God.Likewise, the show talks about loyalty, which means there is also an assumption that people are restless and worried about the forms of disloyalty that exist in their social sphere.Thus White Crocodile in the current context, White Crocodile tends to fulfill people's imagination, that the show is something that can show conditions related to the social problems they face.
message on the White Crocodile refers to the concept of forming the White Crocodile show as a symbol of the way of thinking of the people, that the people of Curug Dahu village still believe in magical powers which are considered to be able to influence the whole journey of their lives.The denotations that have been formed are obtained by the White Crocodile as a symbol of fertility which is conceptualized in the visual element of the White Crocodile property and as a symbol of loyalty is conceptualized in its performance scenecan help understand the cultural phenomena of the people of his time.Then it can be used as a reflection by readers or society and can be applied in everyday life.And this research would be able to contribute ideas towards solving social problems in society, such as the phenomenon of polygamy and divorce in society.The phenomenon of polygamy in society is the