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MEGALITHIC SITE IN NEGERI SEMBILAN

Journal: International Journal of Mechanical Engineering and Technology(IJMET) (Vol.10, No. 1)

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Page : 1159-1170

Keywords : Pengkalan Kempas History Complex; Megalithic culture; Community perspective;

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Abstract

The development of Megalithic culture in Malaysia is said to have begun since the time of Metal. The megalithic found in Pengkalan Kempas History Complex is categorized as unique as it is engraved and carved in various forms such as the shape of the sword, the blade, the steering wheel and also the stone carved with the Arabic word "Allah" in jawi letters. The megalithic site in Negeri Sembilan is likely to exceed 200 sites. The objective of this paper is to discuss the previous studies that have been done by previous researchers associated with megalithic sites in Negeri Sembilan. This study used written materials in the library whether books, journals or seminar papers and so on. The results of this study showed that there various community perspectives about the megalithic stones. Among these is the concept of live rock which is the existence of various rituals, offerings or worship, extraordinary confidence, a sense of honor and so on

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