This is the meaning of Hadeging Ratu, a term that is often called KGPH Benowo

KabarJawa.com – Recently, the social media world has been abuzz with discussions about the term “Hadeging Queen”.

Many social media users are curious about its meaning after this term was mentioned by Susuhunan Pakubuwono (PB) XIII’s younger brother, Kanjeng Gusti Pangeran Haryo (KGPH) Benowo in a video which later went viral.

The video circulated widely because it discussed an important message related to the figure of the leader of the Surakarta Palace.

He said that the risk was big if he played with Hadeging Ratu. This statement made many people wonder what the sentence actually meant and why the term felt so full of meaning.

What does Hadeging Ratu mean?

Etymologically, the term “Hadeging Ratu” is a word that comes from Javanese. Consists of two main words, namely “Hadeging” and “Ratu”, both of which have different but complementary meanings.

The word “Hadeging” comes from the root word hadeg which means standing, rising, or standing something. In the context of Javanese culture, this word is often used to symbolize the birth of power or the establishment of a government.

Meanwhile, “ratu” means king or ruler, which in Javanese culture does not always refer to a man, but can also refer to a female leader or even a symbolic meaning that describes the center of power and honor.

If these two words are combined, then Hadeging Ratu can be interpreted as the establishment of a king or the birth of a new power.

In a broader context, this term can also be interpreted as the moment when a new kingdom or government is officially established, both politically and spiritually.

The Meaning of Hadeging Ratu in the Palace Context

Summarizing from various sources, it is known that in Javanese history and culture, this term has a sacred meaning.

At the Surakarta Hadiningrat Palace, there is an annual tradition called Wilujengan Hadeging Keraton, which is a celebration ceremony to commemorate the founding day of the palace.

This ceremony is usually carried out solemnly, accompanied by group prayers and traditional rituals that mark gratitude for the continuity of government and palace culture.

Therefore, when KGPH Benowo mentioned the term Hadeging Ratu, this could not be separated from the cultural context of the palace.

This remark can also be interpreted as a reminder that no party should play with the process of succession or transfer of power.

The Philosophy Behind KGPH Benowo’s Speech

If you look closely, KGPH Benowo’s words are not just comments about the throne, but also contain high Javanese wisdom values.

In Javanese philosophy, every position, especially those involving leadership, is not the result of personal ambition, but rather a mandate given by a higher power.

From this, the interpretation emerges that the term Hadeging Ratu is not just an ordinary sentence, but contains a deep philosophy about power, legitimacy and destiny in the Javanese tradition.***