Historical dictionary of sacred music

SALAWATAN

A common form of Islamic devotional song found in Indonesia, performed by groups of men or women (not mixed) who may dance while sitting, kneeling, or standing as they sing, especially ifdrumsprovide accompaniment. Also known ashadrah, rodatin Java,dikie rabanoin Sumatra, andbutabuhin Lampung.rabanoin Sumatra, andbutabuhin Lampung.