In Op village, Pleiku ward, the sound of gongs echoes next to the towering Rong house. The xoang dances in the traditional costumes of the Jrai people make visitors immersed in a bustling and joyful atmosphere.
In the restoration part, the ceremony to celebrate the new Rong house was performed by the village elder and artisans according to traditional rituals, vividly recreating the community cultural life of the Jrai people; expressing gratitude to the gods, praying for protection, peace and a prosperous life for the villagers.
Rong house in the life of the Jrai people is not only a community architectural work but also a sacred cultural symbol, a place where meetings, festivals and common activities of the village take place. This is also a place to preserve spiritual values through many generations.
After the prayer ceremony, the village elder uses holy water to splash all over the Rong house, symbolizing luck and peace for the village.
The restoration of the new Rong house worshiping ceremony contributes to preserving and promoting the traditional cultural values of the Jrai people, while creating conditions for the younger generation to better understand the national identity.
