Cerita Rakyat Bahasa Inggris : Legenda Batu Keramat

Sacred stones located on Mount Kamboi Rama , Yapen Islands regency , West Papua Indonesia. Once a year , local people held ceremonies to worship the sacred stone . Mengeramatkan and why they adore the stone ? Who first discovered it ? You can follow the story in the story Legend of the Sacred Stone follows .

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Once upon a time , in the area of ​​East Yapen , Yapen Islands regency , Papua , Indonesia , there is a mountain named Kamboi Rama . On top of the mountain there are two hamlets , namely Hamlet Kamboi Rama inhabited by a group of men , and Hamlet Aroempi the sago vegetated land owned by a king who holds Iriwonawani Gods . Iriwonawani gods also have a drum tifah or occult , named sikerei or soworoi . If the drum was sounded, the population Kamboi Hamlet in Hamlet Aroempi Rama gathered to witness the drum . However , not all residents can see the magical drum , except the old people who have supernatural powers .

To meet the daily needs of residents Kamboi Rama , women looking for sago in the hamlet belonging Aroempi Irowonawani Gods , while men look for sago dishes by capturing the animals in the forest . Every day , women in groups Kamboi Rama went to Hamlet Aroempi to look for sago . Before cutting the sago tree , they held prior to the memorial service Irowonawani Gods so that they can acquire the core or essence of sago good and can nourish the body .

Sago trees that have been cut down to get them peeled stalks is sago in it . The sago they mashed by using pickaxe [ 1 ] . In accordance with the name of the tool used , mashing process is known as sago memangkur . Which has been pounded sago sago produces pulp , which is similar to the coconut pulp . Then , they give the sago waste water and squeeze it into a container of parts of the bamboo . The juice they allow some time for core sago settles in the bottom. Once the sago settles core , then discard the water recapitalize . Then , the sediment core sago their shape like a tennis ball or elongated like a rice cake , and then save them into Tumang , the baskets are made of rattan . After that , they take it home to hold him in the back way . That's women's work Kamboi Rama village residents every day .

Gradually the sago trees in the hamlet Kamboi Rama wane . Given the circumstances , it was the wrath of God Iriwonawani . He moved to another area sagunya plants . For fear of the wrath of God Iriwonawani , Hamlet residents Kamboi Rama decided to move to the coast and set up a new residence called Randuayaivi . With the exception of a couple that still remain on the mountain with God Iriwonawai . A husband and wife are called Irimiami and IsoRay . To survive , they hunt deer in the forest and plant the tubers in the field .

One day , coming home from the fields , and IsoRay Irimiami was resting under a green tree . Irimiami sat leaning against a tree trunk , while IsoRay sitting on a big rock under the tree . In the midst of busy resting , suddenly shouted IsoRay squealing and jumping out of the stone .

" Oh , brother .. ! Heat ... hot ... hot ... ! " squealed IsoRay rubbing her ass ." What happened to you , my wife? " Asked Irimiami ." I do not know , brother ! Suddenly it became a hot stone , "said IsoRay in a state of panic .

Moments later , the rock suddenly issued a puff of smoke . Out of curiosity , Irimiami was trying to sit on a rock . Once occupied the stone , he screamed as his wife screamed . He was curious to try the heat level of the stone. He took the deer meat that catch and put it on top of the stone . Not long after , terciumlah inviting aroma of venison appetite . Once cooked , they were immediately picked up and tasted the venison .

" Hmmmm ... Venison is delicious , " murmured Irimiami after tasting a piece of the meat ." My wife! Try the venison tasted ! " Irimiami exclaimed as he gave a piece of venison to his wife .

Having finished it tasted a piece of venison , IsoRay was hooked . Because hungry after nearly a day of hunting , they also eat the meat greedily until exhausted . Since then , they always cook food by putting it at the top of the rock . Every day more and more rock the hot fumes . Therefore , Irimiami and his wife increasingly curious to always try to level the hot stone .Irimiami and his wife took a piece of bamboo , and then rub it on the stone . In a short time , bamboo was cut off and rubbing on the bamboo sparks issued . After that , they collect grass and leaves dry , then put it on top of the stone . Not long after , the grass and leaves that secrete a thick cloud of smoke and heat .

On a sweltering afternoon , Irimiami and his wife returned to collect grass and leaves dry more . The dried grass and leaves they put on top of the stone . Before long they wait , the dried grass and leaves to put out the fire burned very hot . Seeing the incident , they panic and fear , especially IsoRay .

" Brother ! What should we do ? I'm afraid there is a fire in this place , " said IsoRay with panic .

Irimiami and his wife attempted to extinguish the fire on the rock , but did not succeed . Finally , they were soon pleading for help to Lord Iriwonawai . With his power , the god of fire memamdamkan Iriwonawai successfully . Apparently , the incident did not make Irimiami and his wife deterrent . They continue to experiment against the stone . They re- laid grass , leaves , and dry wood more on the rock . Inevitably , thick smoke was billowing and flames light up very large and hot at the summit of Mount Kamboi Rama for seven days and seven nights . They returned panic and fear . Their incessant pleading to the gods in order to extinguish the fire Iriwonawai .

The people who were on the beach Randuayaivi was shocked when I saw the incident . They thought a forest fire on Mount Kamboi Rama . When he heard soworai drum sounds , they immediately ran to Mount Kamboi Rama to witness the event more closely . Arriving at the top of the mountain , they were greeted by Irimiami and IsoRay . Irimiami was told about the magic stone to them . Initially , the residents do not believe in that story . But after Irimiami and his wife told them to taste the food that has been heated above the rock , then they believe . Since then , Irimiami and his wife named the rock Batu Keramat and invites residents to hold a traditional feast . Randuayaivi residents agreed .

The next day , residents of Kampung Randuayaivi gathered on Mount Kamboi Rama to throw a party . They carry supplies such as taro , fish , and other foods . Various types of food they put on the sacred stone . The traditional feast lasted for three days and three nights . Irimiami with his wife and all the people around the sacred stone was while dancing and worship . During the party , and his wife also tells Irimiami events they had experienced to the entire population of the village Randuayaivi . Until now , the people of Papua , especially those in the Islands District Yapen , flint mengeramatkan it . They believe that Irimiami and IsoRay is the first to find it. Once a year , they held a ceremony to worship the sacred stone .

 

By : Cerita Rakyat Indonesia "Bahasa Inggris"

Cerita Rakyat Bahasa Inggris : Asal usul Burung Cenderawasih

Including rare birds of paradise in Indonesia. This type of bird found only in Papua which also characterizes the island . Very beautiful fur color makes paradise dubbed as the bird of paradise ( bird of paradise ) . Therefore , some people believe that birds of paradise of Papua is the incarnation of an angel from heaven . But according to the Fakfak , paradise is the embodiment of a boy named Kweiya . How did it come ? Consider the story of The Origin of Birds of Paradise below .***

In ancient times there lived an old woman with a dog in the Mountains Bumberi females , Fakfak , West Papua Province . One day , an old woman with her ​​pet dog looking for food in the forest . That day , they had to walk quite a distance because food supplies around the house has begun to diminish . After walking quite a distance , they arrived at a place which is full of red fruit tree ( a kind of typical pandanus Papua ) who happened to have been fruitful . The old woman was immediately red fruit picking then given to a starving dog . Female dog was immediately gobbled up her red fruit looks fresh again .

However , a few moments later , the dog suddenly felt something moving in her stomach . Stomach was getting bigger bitch like being pregnant . Curiously, in the not too distant future , the bitch gave birth to a tiny puppy . Seeing this miracle , the woman also intends to take in order to get a descent red fruit as experienced by the dog .

" Oh , it's magic once red fruit , " she amazed . " I want to try the fruit so that I could give birth to a child. "The woman was immediately red berry fruit and ate it . Once he swallowed the fruit , her stomach suddenly experienced similar things with the dog , the longer belly getting bigger. Soon the woman hurried home to home . Arriving home , she finally gave birth to a boy . The child was named Kweiya .

Ten years later , Kweiya has grown into a teenager . Kweiya working very diligently to help her mother with open forest to be used as a vegetable garden . However, because it uses only a stone ax , he was only able to cut down one tree every day . Meanwhile , his mother could only help burn the leaves of the trees that had fallen . As a result , heavy smoke was billowing and soar into the air . Without them knowing it , it turns out the thick smoke has attracted the attention of an old man who was fishing in a river .

" Hi , from where thick smoke that ? Who is burning the forest ? " Muttered the old man .By curiosity , the old man immediately find the source of the thick smoke . After a tiring journey , he arrived at the place the smoke is coming from. There, she found a handsome teenager being cut down in the hot sun .

" Weing weinggiha pohi ( good afternoon ) , young man , " called the old man . " Who are you and why cutting down the forest here ? "" My name Kweiya . I want to make my mother's garden to help " responsible KweiyaThe old man understood that Kweiya was a devoted son to his parents . So he gave his iron ax to Kweiya ."Then , take the iron ax . You will be quickly cut down a tree , " said the old man . " Thank you sir , " replied Kweiya .

Kweiya also can get the job done quickly . In a short time , he was able to knock down some big trees . After that , he rushed home to tell the results of his work to his mother . His mother was very surprised at the news .

" How fast can you cut down the trees , my son ? What tools do you use ? " She asked surprised .Kweiya pause. He seems to want to keep the old man who had helped it ." I do not know too , Mom . Incidentally my hand was too light lifting ax can cut down a tree so quickly , "said Kweiya .

Hearing the answer , believe it Kweiya mother . Meanwhile , Kweiya requested that his mother prepare food that much . Apparently , Kweiya intends to invite the old man who ate together at once introduced him to his mother .

"Mom , tomorrow please prepare a lot of food , " pleaded Kweiya .The next day , the mother Kweiya cook enough food . Meanwhile , Kweiya want to make a surprise for her . When on the way back to his cabin , he wrapped the old man with a cane tree complete with leaves . Arriving home , the package is placed in front of the door . After that , he went into the house and as if feeling very thirsty . He also asked his mother to fetch a cane to satisfy their thirst ."Mom , I'm thirsty . Bring me a cane in front of the door , "pleaded Kweiya .

Kweiya mother had obeyed his request . When the mother opened the package leaves of sugarcane , he was very surprised to find an old man lying in a bundle . Instantly , she screamed in terror as he ran into the hut ." Kweiya , who the old man ? Why he was in that package ? "Asked her mother surprised .Kweiya smiled and reassured her .

" I'm sorry , ma'am , " said Kweiya . " I did not mean to scare her. Actually , that's an old man who has helped me cut down trees in the forest . I beg she will accept it as a life partner ! "

Kweiya mother was silent . After thinking a moment , he finally accepted his request . Since then , the old man lived with them . Kweiya and her mother did not feel lonely anymore .

A few years later , Kweiya mother gave birth to two boys and a girl from the marriage to the old man . Kweiya third considers his brother as the younger brother . They live in harmony and love each other . However , their fraternal relationship eventually became cracked because two younger brothers envied Kweiya . They are jealous because Kweiya always received special attention from their mothers .

One day , when their parents were into the garden , her siblings Kweiya swarmed by a mob . Though annoyed , Kweiya not bear to repay her siblings . He prefers to hide in one corner of the hut while spinning ropes of animal skin as much as possible . The spun yarn will be made ​​wings .

Meanwhile , Kweiya parents had just arrived from the garden . When knowing Kweiya was not at home , the mother then asked the brothers Kweiya .

" Where are you going brother ? " Said the mother." Do not know ma'am , " answered the second brother Kweiya simultaneously .

Both Kweiya brother is apparently afraid to tell the events that led to their fight Kweiya away from home . However , their youngest brother who witnessed the incident tell their mother . How sad to hear the story of the mother when her youngest daughter . He then yelling for Kweiya to quickly return home . However , not Kweiya coming , but the sound of birds is heard .

" Eek .. ek ... ek ... ek .. ! " so the bird sounds .The sound was turned voice Kweiya who have inserted yarn spun on his armpit and then jump to the top of the ridge and then fly to the top of one of the branches of trees in front of their house . Kweiya seems to have turned into a bird that is very beautiful and colorful feathers . Seeing the amazing thing , the mother also sobbed as she asked to Kweiya spun yarn .

" Kweiya , my son . Is there still a spun yarn for me ? " Said the mother ." The mother I paste in the umbrella mat , " said Kweiya .

The mother immediately took it and then insert the yarn spun on his armpit . After turning into a bird , he then pack - kepakkan wings and fly perched Kweiya following branches. That said , the two birds are now known as the bird of paradise is seen conversing with their chirping .

" Wong ... wong ... wong ... wong ... ! Ko ... ko ... kok ... ! Wo - Wik " they chirp so unknown means .Since then, the male and female birds of paradise often arise in Fakfak , West Papua , with different colors . By Onin society , male birds of paradise feathers tend to be longer then the LHA language called Siangga , while the female birds of paradise called Hanggam Tombor .

Both Kweiya brother who witnessed the miraculous events can only surrender abandoned by their mother and sister . They end up blaming each other so that they are throwing ash furnace . Their faces became dark gray , gray , and there is also a red color . Instantly it all, they were turned into a bird and then fly into the jungle to follow their mother and sister . That is why , in the jungle more Fakfak met by a variety of birds that are less interesting than the birds of paradise .***

Thus the story of the Origin of Birds of Paradise Fakfak , West Papua . The moral to be learned from the story above is that the nature of envy against his own brother as the two younger brothers Kweiya not merit , but it would be self-defeating .

By : Cerita Rakyat Indonesia "Bahasa Inggris"

Cerita Rakyat Bahasa Inggris : Asal usul Telaga Wekaburi

Wekaburi lake is located in the village of Werabur , District Windesi , Wondama Bay District , West Papua Province . Before becoming Telaga Wekaburi , this place is still a small river . However , tersebab by an event , the river was later turned into a lake . Event is it ? Check out the story in Origins story following Wekaburi Ponds !

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Previously , in Wekaburi or now known as the Village Werabur , there is a small river where the water is very clear . River water is the source of life for Wekaburi tribe who inhabited the area. The unique thing in this place is the stilt houses owned by local residents built on the river flow .

One time , residents will have a party Wekaburi tribe indigenous village . They immediately held a variety of preparations such as building houses for the invited guests , preparing food , and so on . On the appointed day , the invited guests from various tribes such as Tribe Kandami , Wettebosy , Sakarnawari , and arrived in Kampung Wekaburi Torembi . Among the guests in attendance , there was a grandmother with granddaughter named Isosi . Grandma was also accompanied by a dog .

When it was dark , custom event began. The show was initially went smoothly and very festive . Variety of dance performed in front of the guests . Many of the guests who participated gleefully dancing . At that moment , a dancer accidentally stepped on the tail of the dog 's favorite grandmother who was fast asleep by the fire . No doubt , the dog was barking loudly .

Seeing the incident , the grandmother became angry . He then brought his dog into a room and tie loincloth on his body . After that , he came out , hugging her dog and then dancing with other dancers . The old woman knew that his actions had violated customary . According to custom rules , if there are people who do so will bring lightning , thunder , and heavy rain accompanied . The grandmother was deliberately doing it because they want to give punishment to those who have stepped on the dog .

Grandma was aware that perbutannya can create havoc . Therefore , the grandmother immediately took fire butts and bamboo seruas hidden in order not to be seen by others . Bamboo pieces that will be used as a torch . Furthermore , the grandmother took her grandson to immediately get out of the village ." Come , my granddaughter. We soon leave the village , "asked the old woman ." Well , Grandma , " replied Isosi .

Lighting a torch to help her grandmother with grandchildren and his dog walked toward Mount Ainusmuwasa through the path . But without them knowing it , a young man named Asya follow their lead . Apparently , Asya is Isosi lover , grandmother grandson ." Wait , Grandma ," she cried . " May I come with you ? "

Knowing that the young man was a lover of his grandson , the grandmother did not mind . After that , the grandmother group moved on . Not long after , they arrived at the summit of Mount Ainusmuwasa . From the top of the mountain looks weather began to deteriorate . Dark clouds began to cover the sky above the river upstream Wekaburi . A few moments later , the lightning and thunder seen darting . Heavy rain finally began to fall .

Meanwhile , the residents and invited guests Wekaburi still busy partying . They do not realize when trouble is looming . The longer , more heavy rain so there was a big flood . They realized the danger when the water has risen to the floor of the house . Finally hit the panic residents . They ran frantically about to save themselves . However unfortunate , it was too late . The devastating floods that swept away everything .

The next day , the grandmother with Isosi and Asya down from the mountain to see the events that happened last night . None of the remaining houses . The same fate happened to the residents . They swept away many , even most of the other transformed into a frog and crocodile . Meanwhile , Wekaburi River has turned into a lake called Telaga Wekaburi later . Until now , the lake has become one of the attractions in the area Wondama Bay , West Papua .

As a result of flood events that have swept the entire population made ​​the grandmother feel very satisfied . " That's the result of your actions ! You've stepped on my pet dog , "said the grandmother .

The grandmother then marry Isosi with Asya in the hope that one day their grandchildren will fill the empty Wekaburi it . After marriage , they then build a big house and a long -named Aniobiaroi .

Several years later , gave birth to many children Isosi so the house was becoming increasingly crowded . " Well , we 've packed the house , my wife . This house should we view again , "said Asya . " True , Kakanda . This house should we extend and enlarge again . "Replied Isosi agree .

Aniobiaroi home finally connected again so getting bigger and longer . The house was then given the name Manupapami . Several years later , the house was again crowded . Children as well as their daughter continued to have many offspring . So , Asya also took the decision to connect Aniobiroi home . The house was then given the name Yobari .

So forth , their house is still not able to accommodate the whole family . Therefore , they connect the house up to four times that of each house named Sonesyari and Ketarana . Although it has been four times jointed , their house still crowded. Finally , they decided to find a new place for some residents and build a house for every family .

That said , Asya and Isosi offspring out of the house later became the Manupapami Wettebosi rate , while the family members were out of the house into tribal Wekaburi Yobari . The family members are out of the house and Ketarana Sonesyari known as Torembi tribe who built a house on the water . Hence, the new village where they lived is called Kampung Werabur , which means village located on the water .***

Thus the story of The Origin of Lake Wekaburi Wondama Bay , West Papua . The moral to be learned from the story above is that the case no matter how small can bring a bigger problem . Just because a dog belonging to a grandmother stepping , resident Wekaburi must accept the consequent floods washed away . Therefore , we must always be careful not to disturb other people , either intentionally or unintentionally .

By : Cerita Rakyat Indonesia "Bahasa Inggris"

Cerita Rakyat Bahasa Inggris : Jaka Tarub

In ancient times there lived a young man named Jake Tarub in a village in Central Java . He lives with his mother who was called mBok Milah . His father is long dead . Jake Tarub daily and mBok Milah paddy farming .

On one night , in the middle of deep sleep , dreaming Jake Tarub wife got an angel nan beautiful girl from heaven . So wake up and realize that it was all just a dream , Jake Tarub smiled to himself . However , just a beautiful dream still imagined in his memory . Jake Tarub can not sleep anymore . He came out and sat in front of his home Ambengan looking up at stars in the sky . Nothing feels the cock crow sign was morning .

Mbok Milah newly awake realized that Jake Tarub not home . As soon as he looked out the window , saw his only son was lost in thought . " What my son dilamunkan it " , think mBok Milah . Jake Tarub guess maybe he is thinking to settle down soon . He was already more than enough . Friends Friends sebayanyapun average married . His mind was made ​​mBok Milah Jake Tarub intend to help find a wife .

During the day when mBok Milah was in the field , suddenly came Mr. Ranu owner field next to him . " Mbok Milah , why your son has yet to get married , too?" , Said Mr. Ranu open conversation . " I do not know " , said mBok Milah , recalling the incident this morning . "What do you ask that Mr. Ranu ? " , Said mBok Milah . It is little wonder why Mr. Ranu interested in his personal life . " That's what mBok Milah . I intend to match with my son Laraswati " , said Mr. Ranu .

Milah mbok surprised to hear Mr. Ranu intention newly expressed . He was very pleased . Perparas Laraswati is a beautiful girl who said she said gently. He believes Jake Tarub want to make Laraswati as his wife . However Milah mBok not want to precede her to take a decision . Somehow he realized that Jake Tarub are grown and have their own desires . " I agree Mr. Ranu . But let us first ask each child , "said the wise mBok Milah . Mr. Ranu nod nod . He thought what was said was true mBok Milah .

Day in and day out . Milah mbok not found the right time to discuss the plan and Laraswati Jake Tarub matchmaking . He was afraid Jake Tarub offended . Jake Tarub may also have had a fiancee who have not been introduced to him . Eventually mBok Milah will forget the original intention .

Jake Tarub is a very happy young man hunt . He is also a reliable hunter . The expertise gained from his late father . Jake Tarub often invited to hunt by his father from childhood . Jake Tarub morning ready to hunt the woods . Bows , arrows , knives and swords have been prepared . And he said goodbye to his mother .

Milah mbok look plain ordinary departure of Jake Tarub release . He hoped that his son would bring home a big deer they can eat the next few days . Soon mBok Milah came into her room . He intends beristrihat a moment before heading to the fields . It's known, is old mBok Milah .

Not take a long time in the woods , Tarub Jake shoots a deer . His heart is happy . Soon he was carrying deer and intends to go home . Bad luck seems to come over . Was busy walking , suddenly appeared in front of a leopard Jake Tarub . The Tigers took off to attack the square . Jake Tarub panic . He immediately let go of the deer and pulled dipanggulnya sword from his waist . The tiger is moving very fast . He soon bite the deer and took it away .

Jake Tarub slumped . Not just in shock over recent events that happened, he was thoroughly surprised . For the first time this sesial fate . Game animals already in hand instead prey beasts . " Of what is this?" , He thought . Jake Tarub immediately dismissed the bad thoughts that crossed his mind . After a short rest , he immediately runs again .

Misfortune did not want to leave Jake Tarub . After walking and waiting a couple of times , not an animal buruanpun passing . Increasingly rising sun . Jake Tarub feel hungry . There is no provision was carrying because he was sure there would be for this to be in the woods . Jake Tarub finally decided to go home empty-handed though .

When Jake Tarub began to enter his village , he was surprised to see many people walking hurriedly rushed towards the same direction . In fact there are some people who passed her looks surprised . Although surprised Jake Tarub reluctant to ask . He suffered hunger makes Jake Tarub want to quickly get home quickly .

Jake looked at her stunned Tarub that are visible from a distance . Many people gathered in front of his house . Even those people who 'd seen apparently running a hurry to get to his house as well . "What is it?" , He thought . Jake Tarub began not in the mood . He immediately ran to her house .

" What's going on ? " , Said Jake Tarub half shout . People were surprised and looked at him . Mr. Ranu who is awaiting the arrival of Jake Tarub 'd been straight up and patted him on the shoulder Jake Tarub . " Patience my son .. " , he said as he guided Jake Tarub entered the house .

Jake Tarub eyes immediately fixed on a body stretched out on couches in the living room . A few seconds later Jake Tarub realizes that his mother has died . Jake Tarub could not hold back tears . This is evidence of bad feeling I felt since the morning , he thought .

Jake Tarub could not do anything . He just looked pensive face mBok Milah . Mr. Ranu story that his wife is found mBok Milah had died in his sleep this morning not disregard . He is now contemplating his fate alone . Jake Tarub also regret not fulfill his mother's wishes she married and see grandchildren . But all a distant memory . Now his mother has been at rest .

After the death of his mother , Jake Tarub fills his days with hunting . Almost every day he hunts the woods . Results for the prey he always distributed to neighbors . Only with hunting , Jake Tarub can forget his grief .

Such that morning , Jake Tarub been getting ready to go hunting . He casually walked towards the Forest Wanawasa because it was still early . When Jake got hutanpun Tarub just waiting for passing prey in front of him . Did not feel it was already noon . None prey Jake Tarub obtained . He has mostly daydreaming .

Because of her newfound thirst , Jake Tarub stepped toward the lake . The lake is located in the middle of the forest Wanawasa it known to the public as Toyawening lake . When almost at the lake , Jake Tarub stop her footsteps . His ears caught the sound of the girls were joking . " Maybe it's just hayalanku alone " , he thought, surprised . "How could a girl girls play around in the wilderness like this ? " .

With Jake Tarub sneaking settles again stepped toward Lake Toyawening . Girls laughter was more clearly audible . Jake Tarub peeking from behind a big tree towards the lake . Surprise, Jake Tarub watched seven beautiful girls were bathing in the lake Toyawening . Heartbeat even louder .

Jake Tarub noticed one of the girls at the lake . Everything is so pretty flawless . From their conversation , Jake Tarub know if the girl is seven angels that fell from heaven . " What is the meaning of my dream ? " , She thought happily .

Jake Tarub eyes see angels in a pile of clothes on a large rock at the edge of the lake . All clothing that has a different color . " If I take one of these angel outfit , which has certainly will not be able to return to heaven ," muttered Jake Tarub . Endowed with a smile when imagining the angel that he stole her clothes would be willing to be his wife .

With careful Tarub Jake walked over to the pile of clothes . He walked very slowly . If the angel was aware of his presence , of all plans will be thrown . Jake Tarub chose a red shirt . After work, Jake Tarub hurry slipped behind the bush .

Suddenly a man from the angel said , " Let's go home now . It was late afternoon " . " Yeah right . We'd better go home now before the sun goes down , "added another . The angel came out of the lake and they were each wearing .

" Where are my clothes ? " , Shouted one angel . " Who took my shirt off ? " , He asked in a trembling voice to cry . " Where did you put your clothes Nawangwulan ? " , Asked an angel to him . " Here . Same with your clothes .. " , Nawangwulan replied tearfully . He looked very panicked . Without her , how could he go home to Heaven . Moreover, the shawl she wore to fly go missing as well .

Because Nawangwulan not find her , he immediately went back to Lake Toyawening . Her other friends to help find clothes Nawangwulan . Their efforts futile because the clothes are taken home Nawangwulan Jake Tarub to his house .

Finally an angel said " Nawangwulan , forgive us . We had to get home to heaven and leave you here . It was late afternoon " . Nawangwulan can not do anything . He could only nod and waved to six friends who fly slowly leaves Lake Toyawening . " Maybe it's my destiny to be the inhabitants of the earth " , he thought Nawangwulan tears .

Nawangwulan look desperate . Suddenly he unconsciously saying " Whoever can give me I'll make your clothes when she is a woman , but when he was a boy I'll make my husband " . Jake Tarub who had been noticed Nawangwulan gestures of happy smiling behind a tree . " At last my dream come true " , he thought .Jake Tarub out of hiding and walking towards the lake . He brought suit his late mother when she took home earlier . Jake Tarub immediately put clothes he was carrying on a large rock and said " I'm Jake Tarub . I brought clothes that you need. Take it and use it immediately . It was almost evening " .

Jake Tarub left Nawangwulan and waited behind a large tree where he was hiding . Soon Nawangwulan came to see him . " I Nawangwulan . I'm an angel from heaven who can not go back there because my dress is gone, " said Nawangwulan introduce myself . He meets the last word he said . Without doubt Jake Tarub Nawangwulan willing to accept as her husband .

Day by day , month turned into months , do not feel Jake Tarub household and Nawangwulan been blessed with a daughter named Nawangsih . No one suspected the villagers who actually Nawangwulan . Jake Tarub recognizes her as the girl who comes from a village far from the village .

Since her marriage to Nawangwulan , Jake Tarub feel very happy . However there is one thing on his mind over the years. Jake Tarub wonder why they seem to rice in the barn is not reduced even if cooked every day . Long long pile of rice was increasing . Harvest acquired regularly make their barns barely contain it fit again .

On one morning , Nawangwulan about to wash into the river . He entrusts Nawangsih on Jake Tarub . Nawangwulan also warned him not to open the lid is steamers rice was cooking .

While I was busy playing with Nawangsih who was one year old , Jake Tarub remembered rice being cooked his wife. Because it was already old , Jake Tarub want to see if the rice is cooked . Jake Tarub unwittingly opened the rice steamer . He forgot the message Nawangwulan .

How shocked by Jake Tarub see the steamer . Nawangwulan just cook rice sprig . He immediately thought of their rice inventories are gradually becoming more common . The question has been answered so far.

Nawangwulan who apparently had arrived at home staring angrily to her husband in the kitchen door . " Why are you breaking my message Mas ? " , He asked angrily . Jake Tarub could not answer . He was silent . " Gone are kesaktianku to change a sprig of paddy into rice basket " , continued Nawangwulan . " From now on I have to pound rice cook for us . Mas should therefore provide a mortar for me " .Jake Tarub regretted his actions . But what can I say , it was too late . From that day Nawangwulan always pounding rice to be cooked . Begin to look their grain stocks increasingly depleted . Even now it is remaining rice in the bottom of the barn .

As usual that morning Nawangwulan to the barn which is located in the backyard to take rice . When the rod is pulling rice straw is left a bit of it , Nawangwulan felt his hand holding something soft . Out of curiosity , Nawangwulan continue to draw the object . Nawangwulan instantly pale face stared recently successfully achieved . Angel dress and red shawl .. ! !

Various feelings raged in his heart . Nawangwulan felt himself deceived by Jake Tarub which has now become her husband . He apparently did not expect people who stole his heart is Jake Tarub . Soon the desire that never goes out of his heart became so strong . Nawangwulan wanted to go home , heaven .Tarub afternoon when Jake returned to his home , he did not find Nawangsih Nawangwulan and their children . Jake Tarub looking Nawangwulan he shouted , which was nevertheless sought to answer . The sun was already sinking. Jake Tarub suddenly standing in the yard saw something floating towards him . He watched for a moment .

Jake Tarub stunned . A few moments later he turned he saw was recognized that holding Nawangwulan Nawangsih . Nawangwulan looks very pretty with fairy outfit complete with a shawl . Jake Tarub felt himself shaking . He did not think that Nawangwulan rediscovered bidadarinya clothes . This means that the secret has been uncovered .

" How could you do this to me Jake Tarub ? " , Nawangwulan asked in a sad tone . " I'm sorry Nawangwulan " , the only words that could be spoken Jake Tarub . He looks very sorry . Nawangwulan can feel how Jake Tarub helpless in front of him .

"Now you have to bear the consequences of your actions Tarub Jake " , said Nawangwulan . " I will go back to heaven because I am a real angel. I do not belong here " , he continued . Jake Tarub not answer . He resigned Nawangwulan decision .

"You have to take care of themselves Nawangsih . From this moment we are not married anymore , "said Nawangwulan firmly . He was handed over to hug Jake Tarub Nawangsih . The little boy was still fast asleep . He did not realize that soon she would leave him .

" Whatever your fault me Jake Tarub , Nawangsih still my son. If he wants to see me one day , burn the rice straw , then I 'll go down to see him , " said Nawangwulan face staring Nawangsih . " Only one condition, you should not be together Nawangsih when I see him . Let him alone near the rice straw is burned , "continued Nawangwulan .

Jake Tarub with great sadness hold . He wanted to look tough . After Jake Tarub stating its ability not to meet again with Nawangwulan , the bidadaripun flew himself and Nawangsih . Jake Tarub could only stare at the departure Nawangwulan clutching Nawangsih . Truly unforgivable mistake . Nothing else he can do right now than treating Nawangsih well as messages Nawangwulan.

By : Cerita Rakyat Indonesia "Bahasa Inggris"