Da'wa, Keris, and Community Elites in Java

Author(s):  
Muchammad Ismail ◽  
Sholih Mu'adi

The keris is recognized as an heirloom by the people of the archipelago until now it is still interesting to study. Why is that. It is undeniable that many people are pro and contra of the keris cultural heritage. This study is to see people’s view on Keris. This study uses a qualitative approach with a phenomenological approach. One of the research methods used is participant observation The results of the data findings there are three discussions, among others; a) the history of the keris has existed since the Hindu-Buddhist era in Java. Keris comes from the Keker language and Aris Kekeran means fence (barrier, warning, control). Meanwhile, Aris means calm, steady, smooth. b) Keris in the Islamic perspective, Islam does not prohibit owning a keris because it is an asset of cultural capital in religion for preaching by the elite of society. c) the form of elite behavior in the possession of a keris there is a moderating attitude that the keris must be preserved to the community including the elite making it the object of the keris as a medium of da'wah d). keris as a moral and ethical symbol, during the movement of the Walisongo the keris was not just a noble iron aji, but in it contained the values ​​and philosophy of the meaning of exemplary life, the keris for its owner was the embodiment of prayer to God by the master to the owner of the keris.

2019 ◽  
Vol 10 (2) ◽  
pp. 285
Author(s):  
Yeni Maulina ◽  
Khairul Azmi

Pengkalan Kuras, Langgam, Kuala Kampar, and Bunut Subdistrict, Pelalawan Regency. Petalangan tribe has various cultures in the traditions of life. A good introduction to cultural heritage by the next generation can strengthen the nation's tradition in responding to the increasingly severe challenges of the future in this era of globalization. Cultural heritage in the form of moral-spiritual inheritance, one of which is obtained and known through the tradition of belief in the traditional proverb that exists in the community. The traditional adage in the Petalangan community, among others, explains the perspective on community life. This study aims to describe the style of language in the customary proverb that is related to the perspective of life in society. This research uses a qualitative approach with descriptive analysis method. The data source used was the book entitled Pepatah Adat, Istilah, dan Kosa kata Masyarakat Petalangan Kabupaten Pelalawan, Riau. There are 16 traditional proverbs used as data in this study, which then obtained 3 language styles based on sentence structure and 2 language styles based on meaning. By knowing and learning the style of language in this traditional proverb, the philosophy of life and aesthetic tastes of the people of Riau can be understood. Petalangan merupakan salah satu puak asli di Provinsi Riau yang bermukim di Kecamatan Pengkalan Kuras, Langgam, Kuala Kampar, dan Bunut, Kabupaten Pelalawan. Suku Petalangan ini memiliki beraneka kebudayaan dalam kehidupan. Pengenalan yang baik terhadap warisan kebudayaan oleh generasi penerus dapat memperteguh tradisi bangsa dalam menjawab tantangan masa depan yang semakin berat dalam era globalisasi ini. Warisan kebudayaan yang berupa warisan moral-spiritual, satu di antaranya didapatkan dan diketahui keyakinan terhadap pepatah adat yang ada pada masyarakat. Pepatah adat dalam masyarakat Petalangan antara lain menjelaskan cara pandang mengenai hidup bermasyarakat. Penelitian ini bertujuan mendeskripsikan gaya bahasa di dalam pepatah adat yang berhubungan dengan cara pandang dalam hidup bermasyarakat. Penelitian ini menggunakanpendekatan kualitatif dengan metode analisis deskriptif. Sumber data yang digunakan adalah buku Pepatah Adat, Istilah, dan Kosa kata Masyarakat Petalangan Kabupaten Pelalawan, Riau. Terdapat 16 pepatah adat yang dijadikan data dalam penelitian ini, yang kemudian diperoleh 3 gaya bahasa berdasarkan struktur kalimat dan 2 gaya bahasa berdasarkan makna. Dengan mengetahui dan mempelajari gaya bahasa dalam pepatah adat ini dapat dipahami filsafat hidup dan cita rasa estetika masyarakat Riau.


2011 ◽  
Vol 18 (2) ◽  
pp. 179-200 ◽  
Author(s):  
Emma Lees

AbstractThis article considers the measures being taken in Bhutan to support the cultural practices and traditions of weaving as Bhutan rapidly moves to modernize. Woven cloth is one of a number of artisan practices in Bhutan that contribute to a unique body of intangible cultural heritage, and a distinctive and instantly recognizable Bhutanese identity. Cloth and cloth production have come to have significant influence on the cultural, socioeconomic and political, as well as the ceremonial and religious life of the people of Bhutan. However with modernization and an increasingly global outlook, many socioeconomic transformations are taking place, challenging traditional cultural practices to remain relevant and viable to younger generations. Bhutan offers a unique case study as a country engaging only relatively recently with globalization after a long history of cultural isolation. Bhutan also offers up a unique policy response to modernization, its Gross National Happiness (GNH) measure, which attempts to embody a strong social, cultural, and environmental imperative within the development process. This article will analyze the various measures taking place to maintain cultural identity and cultural practices within the context of development policy and practice, and will link this discussion to measures and approaches taking place at an international level by agencies such as UNESCO.


2021 ◽  
Vol 22 (1) ◽  
pp. 71-78
Author(s):  
Abi Waqqosh ◽  
Fani Hairani Yusfa ◽  
Sri Sudiarti ◽  
Tri Dessy Fadillah ◽  
Haris Al Amin

This study aims to determine the position and function of DPS in contract making, supervision of contract implementation, and the effectiveness of contract supervision at Bank BRI Syariah Binjai Branch. In this research, the researcher conducted research using qualitative methods. Research that uses a qualitative approach aims to explore or build a proportion or explain the meaning behind reality. Researchers are based on reality or events that take place in the field. Qualitative research methods can be interpreted as research that produces descriptive data, regarding spoken and written words, and observable behavior of the people being studied. Qualitative research is also research that produces descriptions in the form of words or verbally from the phenomenon under study or from people who are competent in their fields. The results of this study are that the position and function of the DPS in drafting the BRI Syariah Bank contract is appropriate. In general, what is being done is to supervise all forms of activities related to existing contracts in the bank. This supervision also takes the form of standardizing and ratifying contract standards that apply nationally in the sense that it applies to all BRI Syariah branches, as well as assisting parties in disseminating information to BRI Syariah branches in the regions.


2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (3) ◽  
pp. 811-823
Author(s):  
Vu Hong Van

Purpose: This research focuses on analyzing how did Buddhism creates heritages, how did that the Buddhism heritage becomes the cultural heritage of the Vietnamese people, how have Buddhist heritage is involved in cultural life, and the contribution of Buddhist cultural heritage to Vietnamese culture. The value of Buddhism’s cultural heritage in the current life of the Vietnamese people. Methodology: It was a qualitative study and data were collected by observation, in-depth interviews; each interview took between 15 – 25 minutes. I have also studied many ancient documents that have valuable, records on the history of Buddhism in Vietnam; the epitaphs are kept in pagodas, temples, communal houses; the books of the history of Vietnam; documents of famous authors studying culture and religion. Main Finding: The results of this study showed, in history and the present, Buddhism holds an important position in the cultural life of Vietnamese people. Today, along with the development of the country, these legacies continue to contribute to the cultural activities of the people through many pagoda festivals and many religious activities, becoming an inseparable part of the cultural life of most Vietnamese people. Implications/Applications: This research can be used as teaching material in universities; in research institutes on religion and culture. It can also serve as a reference for tour guides in the process of introducing visitors to the cultural heritage of Buddhism in Vietnam. Novelty/Originality: This research explores ways to create the cultural heritages of Buddhism, how Buddhism’s cultural heritages become Vietnamese cultural heritages.


LOKABASA ◽  
2015 ◽  
Vol 6 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
MOCHAMAD CAHYO SUCIPTO

Kesenian Genyé (KG) merupakan kesenian kréasi baru yang diciptakan oleh para seniman Purwakarta karena itu penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mendeskripsikan struktur, unsur sémiotik, dan nilai-nilai etnopedagogik dalam KG di Kabupaten Purwakarta. Metode yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini yaitu deskriptif pendekatan kualitatif. Dari hasil penelitian ditemukan: (1) struktur dalam KG terdapat sejarah KG, tahapan kegiatan KG, latar tempat KG, pelaku, waktu gelarnya, tarian, musik, dan peralatan dan kostum. (2) unsur sémiotik dalam KG berupa ikon, indéks, dan simbol yang terdapat pada kostum, musik, fisik peralatan dan kostum, serta pada tarian.(3) nilai-nilai étnopédagogik yang terdapat pada KG ada enam moral manusa (moral manusia ke Tuhan, moral manusia ke dirinya, moral manusia ke manusia, moral manusia ke alam, moral manusa ke waktu, dan moral manusa dalam mencapai katenangan lahir batin), catur diri insani (tinggi ilmunya, ta‟at agamanya, berbudaya, dan terampil); serta gapura panca waluya (sehat, baik, benar, pinter, dan aktif).  Setelah dianalisis, KG merupakan kesenian yang mempunyai struktur yang lengkap karena dibentuk oleh beberapa jenis kesenian. Selain itu, kesenian ini penuh dengan  nilai-nilai pendidikan yang berkaitan dengan pola hidup masyarakat yang  bersih baik lahir maupun batin.   AbstractThe Art of Genyé (KG –Kesenian Genyé) is a new art created by Purwakartan artists. This study aimed to describe the structure, semiotic elements, and ethnopedagogical values of KG in Purwakarta. This research employed descriptive method with qualitative approach. This research resulted several findings. First, the structure of KG contains the history of KG, its stage activity, backgrounds, actors, performance time, dance, music, equipment, and costumes. Secondly, the semiotic elements of KG cover the form of icons, indexes, and symbols that are found on costumes, music, equipment, costumes, and dances. Thirdly, based on the ethnopedagogical values, there are six human moral (toward God, toward self, toward fellow-human, toward nature, toward time, and in achieving inner and outer); catur diri insani (high knowledge, religious obedient, culture, and skilled); and the gapura panca waluya (healthy, good, true, intelligent, and active). Based on the analysis, KG is an art that has a complete structure because it is formed by some kinds of arts. In addition, this art is full of educational values related to the lifestyle of the people who are physically and mentally clean.


2020 ◽  
Vol 30 (2) ◽  
pp. 145-156
Author(s):  
Muhammad Iqbal Birsyada ◽  
Septian Aji Permana

The silver business since the reign of Sri Sultan HB VIII has gained its position in driving the economic progress of Kotagede’s people. The silver industry, besides its economic values, is also a cultural asset of the people of Yogyakarta. From 1935-1938, there were more than 78 silver entrepreneurs with a total annual production of 25 tons of silver. This study aims to determine and to analyze the history of the silver business in Kotagede and the values inherited from the kingdom period to the modern era. This research used the historical method by describing data on the development of silver business in Kotagede in a descriptive, chronological manner combined with a phenomenological approach. This research shows the success of the silver industry in Kotagede from the kingdom to the colonial era. It is supported by the collective power of the craftsmen community and silver entrepreneurs. It was also encouraged by the local government which helped to open the silver market network both at national and international levels. During the old order until the new order, the role of business actors in each founder of the silver business in building marketing networks both nationally and internationally became one of the main factors in running the silver industry in Kotagede. Third, the ethics inherited include honest, patient, simple, clean, neat, conscientious, healthy intentions, innovative, hard work. Bisnis perak sejak era pemerintahan Sri Sultan HB VIII telah mendapatkan posisi tersendiri dalam mendorong kemajuan ekonomi masyarakat Kotagede. Industri perak selain bernilai ekonomis tinggi dan potensial di pasar domestik maupun mancanegara juga menjadi aset budaya masyarakat Yogyakarta. Sejak 1935- 1938 terdapat lebih dari 78 pengusaha perak dengan total produksi tiap tahun 25 ton perak. Penelitian ini bertujuan mengetahui dan menganalisis sejarah perkembangan bisnis perak di Kotagede beserta nilai-nilai yang di wariskan dari era kerajaan sampai era modern. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode sejarah dengan memaparkan data-data perkembangan bisnis perak di Kotagede secara deskriptif, kronologis yang digabungkan dengan pendekatan fenomenologis. Penelitian ini menghasilkan beberapa temuan sebagai berikut. Pertama, kesuksesan perkembangan perak di Kotagede pada era kerajaan sampai kolonial selain ditopang oleh kekuatan kolektivitas komunitas pengrajin dan pengusaha perak juga didorong oleh pemerintah lokal yang membantu membuka jejaring pasar perak baik level nasional maupun internasional. Kedua, pada masa orde lama sampai orde baru peranan aktor-aktor bisnis pada masing-masing pendiri usaha perak dalam membangun jaringan pemasaran baik tingkat nasional maupun internasional menjadi salah satu faktor utama dalam menjalankan roda bisnis perak di Kotagede. Ketiga, etika yang diwariskan dalam bisnis perak diantaranya adalah: jujur, sabar, sederhana, bersih, rapi, teliti, niat kuat, inovatif, kerja keras. 


2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
hana haqiqi

Topeng ireng is a typical art from Magelang that was originally used as a means for spreading the islamic teachings. But, as time goes by, Topeng Ireng used as a form of gratitude for the people after making a celebration such as wedding, circumcision, or another celebration. Topeng Ireng commonly found in rural areas because rural communities still preserving the cultural heritage of their ancestors. In this era of globalization, Topeng Ireng art which had been abandoned began to appear again that looks more modern without leaving its characteristics, that is by adding campursari or dangdut music. The research method is descriptive in which this research explains in more detail about Topeng Ireng. The results of the study explain the history of Topeng Ireng as well as what is the Topeng Ireng and what was used when performing Topeng Ireng. The benefit of this research is to extended the knowledge of the community around Magelang and outside Magelang about Topeng Ireng existence that needs to be preserved and preserved as state-owned cultural assets and as a tribute to ancestors.


2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 77-97
Author(s):  
Jainudin Jainudin

The history of the mythology of Using Tribe in Banyuwangi has been rooted within the ancestral beliefs of Hinduism and Buddhism. Using Tribe used to do a pilgrimage (ziarah) to what so called Petilasan Buyut Cili which is believed as ground-breaker of the construction of Using. This research aims to describe history of Petilasan Buyut Cili, cultural changes of the ancestral faith, and transcendental habituation. Using phenomenological approach, this research attempts to elucidate that social belief could create a basically well-balanced connection between human and God. This research found that (1) the growth of the belief of Using Tribe has been influenced by Department of Tourism which established Kemiren Village as a traditional and cultural village; (2) urbanization changes religious patterns of Using Tribe; and (3) the tribe has been transformed to be a religious-based tourist destination. The tribe practiced annual religious rites which are conserved simultaneously to become a transcendental habituation for the people of Desa Kemiren.


SMART ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 7 (01) ◽  
pp. 103-114
Author(s):  
Muhammad Zulfadli ◽  
Luqmanul Hakim ◽  
Novizal Wendry ◽  
Edriagus Saputra

The tradition of mangaji kamatian is a form of acculturation of Minangkabau and Islamic culture in Minangkabau. The community interprets this tradition as a form of practice of the sunnah of the Prophet Muhammad. However, some other people interpret this form of tradition as an act of bid'ah (heresy), and some understand it as a form of the practice of jahiliyah, which is haram (forbidden) to carry out. This study uses field research methods using a phenomenological approach with a living hadith model. The results showed that the mangaji kamatian tradition that lives in the Lareh Nan Panjang community is acculturation between Islamic teachings with clear arguments in the Qur’an and hadiths with the customs and cultures that exist in the area. Historically, the mangaji kamatian tradition is a form of interpretation of Shaykh Burhanuddin, a Muslim scholar who spread Islam in Padang Pariaman in the 16-17 century on verses of the Qur’an and hadiths of the Prophet Muhammad SAW related to takziyah. Shaykh Burhanuddin slowly transformed the people who at that time wept when they were stricken by death with a procession of reciting verses from the Koran, prayers, zikir, tahlil and prayers.


2015 ◽  
Vol 18 (1) ◽  
pp. 47-63
Author(s):  
Manh Duc Pham ◽  
Chien Ngoc Do

This paper introduces Memorial Tombs in the context of memorial compound tomb types for the aristocrat of the Nguyen Dynasty (1802- 1945) in Southern Vietnam in The Medieval and Post-Medieval Time. This type was of rare tangible and intangible cultural heritage at the time (1.5%). These heritage assets are very valuable because they are associated with historical figures – “state founders, meritorious officials” in country expansion time “The Great South Unification (Dai Nam Nhat thong)”. In addition to the typical complex of mausoleums in Southern Vietnam (Nguyen Huu Canh, 1650-1700; Le Van Duyet, 1763-1832; Le Van Phong, Truong Tan Buu, 1752-1827 or Tran Van Hoc, Phan Tan Huynh, Huynh Van Tu, and "Sir Nhieu Loc"), the authors studied Vo Tanh mausoleum at both Hoang De (emperor) and Gia Dinh (emperor) citadels, and the mausoleum of his warmates related to the last and biggest-scaled sea fight between the Nguyen dynasty’s army and the Tay Son insurgent army on Thi Nai lagoon in 1801 (Vo Di Nguy, 1745-1801; Ngo Tung Chau; Thu Ngoc Hau, etc.). In our opinion, the presence of memorial tomb types of Vo Tanh and his warmates – historic-cultural-artistic heritage sites of national/provincial levels in Southern Vietnam relating the honoring of heroes who “wholeheartedly served the King, defended the country, saved the people” in the history of country expansion “Towards the South” in medieval and post-medieval times. They contribute to the moulding of prominent features of the comtemporary Southerners’ personality. Those historical stories of the Southern heroes are preserved and worshipped by their descendants bearing in mind the Vietnamese way of life “praising the bridge carrying one over” and pay homage to ancestors for their nation-building service.


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