This study aims to find out the symbols from
the use of a Seppa Tallu Buku. It is the traditional
clothing of the Torajanese. The size of this clothing
covers the body until it reaches the knee, and it uses only
during certain events in Toraja, such as Rambu Tukaq,
Rambu Soloq, and thanksgiving parties. The technique of
collecting the data was an observation, interview, and
recording. Data were analyzed by using descriptive
qualitative methods. The results revealed that the use of
Seppa Tallu Buku based on the social stratification of the
Torajanese that can divide into some social levels, i.e.,
Tanaq Bulaan (High Nobility), Tanaq Bassi
(Intermediate Nobles), Tanaq Karurung (Middle Class),
and Tanaq Kua-Kua (Servants). The meaning of Seppa
Tallu Buku’s symbol is cleanliness (purity) and honesty,
courage, and virility, and challenge.
Keywords : Symbols, Seppa Tallu Buku, Social Stratification