<![CDATA[The objectives of this study are: 1) to understand the historical development of the Maudu’ Ada’ Kalabbirang tradition in Butta Salewangang, Maros Regency, 2) to identify the implementation process of the Maudu’ Ada’ Kalabbirang tradition, and 3) to analyze the exploration of Islamic educational values contained within it. The study questions addressed include: 1) what is the historical development of the Maudu’ Ada’ Kalabbirang tradition in Butta Salewangang, Maros Regency, 2) how is the tradition implemented, and 3) how are Islamic educational values explored in the Maudu’ Ada’ Kalabbirang tradition in Butta Salewangang?. This study was conducted with a qualitative approach with a phenomenological method to understand the meanings and values embedded in the community. The results showed that the Maudu’ Ada’ Kalabbirang tradition possesses a unique and complex historical background, rooted in the process of Islamization and the cultural acculturation of the Bugis and Makassar peoples. Its implementation involves various religious and cultural activities that educate the community about Islamic values. The Islamic educational values explored include aspects of aqidah (faith), akhlaq (morality), spirituality, and social solidarity. This tradition serves not only as a form of religious cultural expression but also as a means of character education and contextual transmission of Islamic values. This study is expected to provide deeper insights into the integration of local culture and Islamic teachings, as well as its contribution to Islamic education in Maros Regency.]]>
