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Efforts to Popularize Traditional Poetry Among the
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Preserving and promoting traditional poetry in the society is a crucial step
towards keeping the cultural heritage of Malaysia alive. With the advancement of
technology and globalisation, traditional forms of poetry such as pantun, syair
and seloka are gradually losing their significance among the younger
generations. Hence, it is imperative to take concrete measures to revive the
interest in these forms of poetry and make them relevant to the modern society.
Parents play a significant role in introducing and promoting traditional poetry
to their children. By exposing them to these forms of poetry at a young age,
parents can inculcate a love for the traditional forms of expression. One way to
do this is by gifting their children books on traditional poetry, or organising
family events that encourage the recitation of pantuns, for instance. This not
only popularises traditional poetry but also strengthens family bonds.
The Malaysian Ministry of Education has taken a step in the right direction by
including traditional poetry as a part of the Bahasa Melayu Komsas syllabus in
schools. In order to further promote this genre of poetry, schools can establish
clubs or associations that focus on traditional poetry. These clubs or
associations can provide students with opportunities to learn about the various
forms of traditional poetry, create and recite pantuns, syairs and selokas. This
will not only pique the students' interest in traditional poetry but also help
them understand the cultural significance of these forms of expression.
In addition to schools, the media can play a significant role in promoting
traditional poetry. This can be done through hosting events, such as poetry
recitation competitions, or by airing programmes that showcase the beauty of
traditional poetry. The media can also publish articles and interviews that
highlight the importance of preserving traditional poetry and its cultural
significance.
The government can also support the promotion of traditional poetry by
organising cultural festivals and exhibitions that showcase the different forms
of traditional poetry. These festivals and exhibitions can also provide a
platform for poets, both young and old, to share their works and exchange ideas.
This will not only help in popularising traditional poetry but also create a
vibrant community of poets who are passionate about preserving the cultural
heritage of Malaysia.
In conclusion, efforts to promote traditional poetry must be taken seriously in
order to ensure that this genre of poetry does not disappear into oblivion. By
involving parents, schools, media and the government, it is possible to revive
interest in traditional poetry and preserve the cultural heritage of Malaysia
for future generations. |
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