The Song of the Kedidi: The Embodiment of a Hero in a Malay Folktale as an Intangible Cultural Heritage

The present study is part of a movement to safeguard Malay folktales as an unsung intangible cultural heritage (ICH). A folktale representation oral traditions and expressions. This converges on literary revitalised form folktales. As urged by UNESCO, the viability ICH achievable via scientific research, among other things. Therefore, considering small amount at moment, current endeavours examine Song Kedidi (TSoK) its hero embodiment one dramatis personae. framework Propp’s personae, which based Russian folktales, grounds examination. examines whether heroes from embody TSoK. thematic qualitative text analysis (TQTA) was employed It conducted in Atlas.ti environment assure rigour trustworthiness. study’s findings suggest that TSoK embodies However, conundrum exists hero. There conflict between personae’s role, such enigma calls for involvement reserved future works. crusade ICH, create platform scholars similar interests pursue examination Most importantly, are necessary endless recreation transmission knowledge living heritage. act echoes UNESCO’s formal education measures foster society’s respect, recognition, awareness ICH.