Heirlooms and Heritage : Unveiling the Cultural Narratives of the Orang Ulu

Family heirlooms are cherished objects passed down through generations, often accompanied by stories and narratives that hold significant value for families. However, these heirlooms can be lost due to various factors, such as family disputes, natural disasters, or wars. This case study examines the...

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Main Authors: Yvonne Michelle, Campbell, Remmy, Gedat, Jamilah, Maliki, Elexson, Nillian
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Language:English
Published: 2024
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spelling my.unimas.ir-462442024-10-08T02:42:41Z http://ir.unimas.my/id/eprint/46244/ Heirlooms and Heritage : Unveiling the Cultural Narratives of the Orang Ulu Yvonne Michelle, Campbell Remmy, Gedat Jamilah, Maliki Elexson, Nillian A General Works H Social Sciences (General) HT Communities. Classes. Races Family heirlooms are cherished objects passed down through generations, often accompanied by stories and narratives that hold significant value for families. However, these heirlooms can be lost due to various factors, such as family disputes, natural disasters, or wars. This case study examines the family heirlooms of three Orang Ulu individuals and explores the rich stories behind them. The heirlooms presented include traditional Orang Ulu beads and an iron belt. Interviews with these individuals reveal that each heirloom, inherited from their grandparents, carries a unique story that enhances its cultural and sentimental significance. These heirlooms not only represent priceless artifacts but also embody the connection to the cultural practices, rituals, and traditions of the Orang Ulu people. This study also highlights that many traditional Orang Ulu crafts, especially beads, are often commodified in the modern market, potentially disconnecting them from their rich cultural heritage. Thus, preserving these heirlooms and the narratives surrounding them is vital in maintaining the cultural identity of the Orang Ulu community. 2024-08-17 Proceeding PeerReviewed text en http://ir.unimas.my/id/eprint/46244/1/IVEST2024%20Conference%20Proceeding%20-%20protected%20%281%29%20%281%29.pdf Yvonne Michelle, Campbell and Remmy, Gedat and Jamilah, Maliki and Elexson, Nillian (2024) Heirlooms and Heritage : Unveiling the Cultural Narratives of the Orang Ulu. In: 4 th International Virtual Conference on Education, Social Sciences and Technology 2024 (IVEST2024), 17 August 2024, Kuala Lumpur.
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H Social Sciences (General)
HT Communities. Classes. Races
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H Social Sciences (General)
HT Communities. Classes. Races
Yvonne Michelle, Campbell
Remmy, Gedat
Jamilah, Maliki
Elexson, Nillian
Heirlooms and Heritage : Unveiling the Cultural Narratives of the Orang Ulu
description Family heirlooms are cherished objects passed down through generations, often accompanied by stories and narratives that hold significant value for families. However, these heirlooms can be lost due to various factors, such as family disputes, natural disasters, or wars. This case study examines the family heirlooms of three Orang Ulu individuals and explores the rich stories behind them. The heirlooms presented include traditional Orang Ulu beads and an iron belt. Interviews with these individuals reveal that each heirloom, inherited from their grandparents, carries a unique story that enhances its cultural and sentimental significance. These heirlooms not only represent priceless artifacts but also embody the connection to the cultural practices, rituals, and traditions of the Orang Ulu people. This study also highlights that many traditional Orang Ulu crafts, especially beads, are often commodified in the modern market, potentially disconnecting them from their rich cultural heritage. Thus, preserving these heirlooms and the narratives surrounding them is vital in maintaining the cultural identity of the Orang Ulu community.
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author Yvonne Michelle, Campbell
Remmy, Gedat
Jamilah, Maliki
Elexson, Nillian
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Remmy, Gedat
Jamilah, Maliki
Elexson, Nillian
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title Heirlooms and Heritage : Unveiling the Cultural Narratives of the Orang Ulu
title_short Heirlooms and Heritage : Unveiling the Cultural Narratives of the Orang Ulu
title_full Heirlooms and Heritage : Unveiling the Cultural Narratives of the Orang Ulu
title_fullStr Heirlooms and Heritage : Unveiling the Cultural Narratives of the Orang Ulu
title_full_unstemmed Heirlooms and Heritage : Unveiling the Cultural Narratives of the Orang Ulu
title_sort heirlooms and heritage : unveiling the cultural narratives of the orang ulu
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