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This study aimed to determine the differences between rimpu mpida and rimpu colo in their use by Mbojo women in Bima Regency, Nusa Tenggara Barat (NTB), Indonesia. The research method used was the qualitative case study method. Data collection was done by using observation, interview, and documentation methods. Data analysis techniques were collection, reduction, presentation, and verification. Twelve respondents were interviewed. The results of the study found a difference. Unmarried women used rimpu mpida. In contrast, rimpu colo was used by married women. Rimpu mpida only showed the eyes, while rimpu colo showed all parts of the face. Rimpu existed when Islam first came to Bima, the specialty of rimpu mpida and rimpu colo, besides functioning as a cover for the aurat, was also a symbol that can distinguish the marital status of women in Bima. Rimpu until now was still preserved and maintained by the people of Bima. It protected women's chastity. The Bima sarongs tembe and salungka nggoli symbolized a concept. Bima provided for rimpu. Islam's entrance to Bima required women to cover their aurats, demonstrating Islamic ideals. Mbojo women in Bima adopted this practice to maintain their dignity and virtue and show loyalty to Allah. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The Bale beleq traditional house of Jerowaru Village and Wakan Village is a historical heritage. This house is different from ordinary traditional houses because Bale beleq is occupied by people who are respected. In addition, there are also historical relics such as keris, swords, and many more. This research aims to examine information about the meaning and philosophy of the Bale beleq traditional house. This research was conducted in Jerowaru Village and Wakan Village. Eight respondents were interviewed. The research method used was the qualitative method. Data collection was done by using observation, interview, and documentation methods. The data analysis techniques are data collection, data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion drawing or verification. The results of the study found the history of the emergence of the Bale beleq traditional house, the meaning and philosophy of Bale beleq, and the values within Bale beleq. Currently, Bale beleq is used as a center for socio-cultural religious activities. One way to maintain and preserve traditional houses is to make the house a cultural heritage so that it does not erode with the time, and to make Bale beleq an educational and cultural tour site. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]