Abstract:This research examines the manifestation of syncretism in Dusun Catak, Kebonagung Village, Sumowono District, Semarang Regency, with a focus on the tradition of offering sesajen and its interaction with Islamic teachings.…
. The aims of this research are to understand how syncretism is manifested in the lives of the Dusun Catak community, to comprehend the history of Dusun Catak, and to analyze the Islamic perspective on the practice of offering sesajen carried out by the Dusun Catak community. This research uses a descriptive qualitative method, combining literature study by exploring previous research, conducting direct observations at the research location for four days, and performing in-depth interviews with several informants. The results show that syncretism in Dusun Catak is manifested in a unique form, where the tradition of sesajen adapts to Islamic teachings. The Dusun Catak community also preserves the village's historical traditions by passing them down through generations. The placement of sesajen is carried out in specific locations. The practice of offering sesajen is regarded as a form of local wisdom that is not perceived as deviating from religious norms by the community; although the offerings are placed in various locations and are associated with respect for the ancestors of the Catak community, the practice is understood as part of a cultural tradition that is integrated with the Islamic values upheld by the community.
Abstract:The Malay community of Riau is known for its rich culture, which reflects noble values of life passed down through various traditions and ways of life from their ancestors. The principle of "adat bersendi syarak, syarak…
bersendi kitabullah" serves as a guide in their lives, integrating Islamic values into every aspect of their existence. This article aims to examine the way of life of the Malay community in Riau as part of cultural heritage that needs to be preserved, as well as its relevance in the present time. Using a qualitative approach and literature study, this research explores various aspects of Malay Riau culture, such as customs, oral literature, traditional clothing, and how the Malay community preserves the environment. Amid the challenges of globalization and modernization, this article shows that the values within the Malay Riau way of life remain essential in creating a harmonious, cultured, and virtuous society. Efforts to preserve culture through education and cultural festivals are also crucial so that younger generations can continue to appreciate and maintain this cultural heritage.
Abstract:This study examines the Bau Lolon ritual in Kolilanang Village, Adonara Sub-district, East Flores Regency, focusing on its role as a traditional practice of ancestral veneration. The Bau Lolon ritual serves as a sacred medium…
edium for the local community to express gratitude, seek blessings, and maintain a spiritual connection with their ancestors. Utilizing a qualitative approach with ethnographic methods, data were gathered through field observations, structured interviews with traditional elders (Tua Adat), and documentation of the ritual steps. The findings reveal that the ritual embodies deep philosophical values, including cosmic balance, kinship solidarity, and cultural identity preservation. Furthermore, the Bau Lolon ritual functions as a social mechanism that strengthens communal bonds among the villagers. Despite modern societal shifts, the people of Kolilanang continuously preserve this ritual, demonstrating a resilient synthesis between ancestral traditions and contemporary community life.
Abstract:This research examines the persistence of the Mangrara Banua Tongkonan ceremony in Akung Village through a cultural anthropology approach. As a sacred Torajan ritual, this traditional house consecration ceremony endures…
due to its deep cultural significance for the local community. Anthropological analysis reveals that Mangrara Banua is not merely a physical celebration of a new structure, but a cultural institution rich in symbolic meaning. First, the ritual serves as a collective expression of gratitude to God the Creator. Second, it functions to articulate and legitimize the family's social status (tana') within the community hierarchy. Third, this momentum acts as a unifying medium for the extended family (tongkonan) to reinforce kinship ties. Finally, the ritual embodies sacred reverence for the ancestors. Through an anthropological lens, the continuity of this tradition proves that the Tongkonan remains the cosmic, social, and spiritual center for the people of Akung Village amid modernization.
Abstract:The Balian Bawo ritual is a healing ritual carried out by men and is believed by the Dayak community of Dusun Maanyan and Lawangan (Dusmala). In ritual processions, it is closely related to asking for help from ancestors…
to get healing instructions. This research aims to uncover the ritual communication contained in Balian Bawo, which is communication between ancestors and the Balian Bawo. Researchers used hermeneutical phenomenology methodology by taking 6 people as sources. The data collection techniques used were observation, interviews, and documentation. The results of the research show that Balian Bawo ritual communication is seen in three ways, namely 1. Communication is with communicators, namely Balian and ancestors as communicants to convey messages about healing instructions through the intermediary of sowing rice which then includes dance and the sounds of bracelets as a connecting frequency amplifier; 2. Communion in the Balian Bawo Ritual in traditional medicine occurs not because of periodic activities every year, but is present when people need treatment; and 3. Common means that the local community can help the family prepare for the Balian Bawo Ritual activities and the Balian Bawo ritual procession can be followed by the local community as long as they comply with the existing regulations during the activity procession which is a form of community awareness of the existence of the Balian Bawo healing ritual.
Abstract:Manuscripts hold immense value as precious treasures passed down from our ancestors and scholars. They serve as a bridge between the past and present, offering a rich source of knowledge for contemporary society. This study…
udy aims to: (1) ascertain the legal rulings regarding Eid prayers; (2) determine the proper procedures for performing Eid prayers; and (3) identify the recommended practices associated with Eid prayers. Various methods are employed in manuscript research. This study utilizes a combination of textual criticism and popular readings to analyze an ancient manuscript. Additionally, the study draws upon Islamic jurisprudence (fiqih) to examine and reinforce the content of the manuscript. The popular readings used as a reference are found in the book Fathul Qorib by Shaykh Syamsudin. The findings of this study are as follows: (1) the legal rulings regarding attendance at Eid prayers; (2) the proper procedures for performing Eid prayers; and (3) the recommended practices associated with Eid prayers.
Abstract:Abstract: The community service part of Tri Dharma Higher Education, through devotion then theory in the education process is implemented through activities in the community that benefit and supports community development.…
t. The purpose of this writing is to describe one of the programs in community service implemented by the Hindu Religious Education Study Program, STAHN Gde Pudja Mataram in Pasraman Amerta Sanjiwani, Rincung Village which is training to draw Balinese ornaments. Hindus in Rincung Village is still bloody and of Balinese descent, so it certainly still brings Balinese culture in the daily life of its people, based on the results of interviews that children know Balinese ornaments but are not yet adept at drawing them so that through the training process of drawing Balinese ornaments on children in Rincung village to introduce and preserve Hindu cultural values namely Balinese ornaments as ancestral art heritage. The methods used in this service include the process of planning implementation and evaluation wherein the planning emphasizes the strengthening of the design of learning design. Based on this devotional activity, it was obtained as a result that the children in the training to draw Balinese ornaments were very enthusiastic and began to generate motivation to continue preserving the cultural heritage of their ancestors. Through training activities on community service, this can be used as insight and source of information and can be resumed in the next devotional activities.
Keywords : learning, drawing, ornament, Hindu, devotion
Abstrak: Pengabdian kepada masyarakat bagian dari Tri Dharma Perguruan Tinggi, melalui pengabdian maka teori dalam proses Pendidikan diimplementasikan melalui kegiatan di masyarakat yang bermanfaat dan menunjang pembangunan masyarakat. Tujuan penulisan ini adalah menggambarkan salah satu program dalam pengabdian kepada masyarakat yang dilaksanakan oleh program studi Pendidikan Agama Hindu, STAHN Gde Pudja Mataram di Pasraman Amerta Sanjiwani Desa Rincung yaitu pelatihan menggambar ornamen Bali. Umat Hindu di Desa Rincung masih berdarah dan keturunan suku Bali sehingga tentu masih membawa budaya Bali dalam keseharian masyarakatnya, berdasarkan hasil wawancara bahwa anak-anak mengenal ornamen Bali namun belum mahir untuk menggambarnya sehingga melalui proses pelatihan menggambar ornamen Bali pada anak-anak di desa Rincung untuk mengenalkan dan melestarikan kembali nilai-nilai budaya yang bernuansa Hindu yaitu ornamen Bali sebagai warisan kesenian leluhur. Metode yang digunakan dalam pengabdian ini adalah meliputi proses perencanaan pelaksanaan dan evaluasi dimana dalam perencanaannya menekankan kepada penguatan perancangan desain pelatihan. Berdasarkan kegiatan pengabdian ini maka didapatkan hasil bahwa anak-anak dalam pelatihan menggambar ornamen Bali sangatlah antusias dan mulai timbul motivasi untuk terus melestarikan warisan budaya leluhurnya. Melalui kegiatan pelatihan pada pengabdian kepada masyarakat ini dapat dijadikan sebagai suatu wawasan dan sumber informasi dan dapat dilanjutkan kembali dalam kegiatan pengabdian selanjutnya.
Kata Kunci : pembelajaran, menggambar, ornamen, hindu, pengabdian
Abstract:The research findings indicate that community participation from Duawutun and Wuakerong villages in the Hape Nulif tradition extends beyond mere physical presence, manifesting as structured and active involvement throughout…
out every stage of the ritual. The community demonstrates a high spirit of gotong royong (mutual cooperation), reflected in the clear distribution of roles among traditional leaders, youth figures, and women. This collective cooperation encompasses everything from ritual logistical preparations to the execution of core processions, which directly strengthens social cohesion and solidarity among residents. Substantially, this tradition serves as a space for articulating local cultural identity, bridging material and spiritual dimensions where reverence for ancestors and nature remains a central value. The intergenerational distribution of responsibilities ensures that every community member feels a profound sense of belonging toward the preservation of this local wisdom. Consequently, the Hape Nulif ritual becomes a crucial instrument in bolstering cultural resilience amidst modernization, while reaffirming the position of the Duawutun community as one that steadfastly upholds noble human values and togetherness within a sacred traditional framework.