Sacred Symbolism in the Ritual Healing Ceremony of Magombok: An Analysis of the Panangsang Dance
Pertanika journal of social science & humanities September 19, 2025 Amsalib Pisali, Haddi Junaidi Kussin, Lena Farida Husain Chin et al.
Panangsang, a sacred dance integral to the Magombok ritual, serves as a spiritual healing ceremony for the Bajau Laut community in Semporna, Sabah. This mesmerizing performance is believed to bridge the gap between the physical and ethereal realms, facilitating communication through symbolic movements that embody the essence of the healing process. This study aims to meticulously analyze each...