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ECOTHEOLOGY OF THE KAJANG PEOPLE: THE ENCOUNTER BETWEEN ECOLOGY AND THEOLOGY IN THE INDIGENOUS KAJANG COMMUNITY OF SOUTH SULAWESI Ridhoh, M. Yunasri; Alfian, Andi
Al-Qalam Vol. 31 No. 2 (2025): Jurnal Al Qalam
Publisher : Balai Penelitian dan Pengembangan Agama Makassar

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31969/alq.v31i2.1704

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The global ecological crisis demands an interdisciplinary approach that goes beyond technical solutions to include spiritual dimensions. This study explores Pasang ri Kajang, the ancestral teachings of the Ammatoa Kajang Indigenous People in South Sulawesi, as a source of ecotheological values integrating ecological awareness with religious belief. Employing a qualitative approach through participatory observation, in-depth interviews, and document analysis, the research was conducted within the Kajang customary territory, focusing on the Ammatoa (customary leader), their teachings, and daily practices. The findings reveal that Pasang ri Kajang functions not only as a customary normative system but also as a contextual theological framework that defines human–nature relations in both ecological and spiritual terms. The principles of simplicity (kamase-masea), prohibitions against environmental exploitation, and rituals of reverence toward sacred forests embody the local praxis of ecotheology. Furthermore, the Ammatoa is identified as an “ecological imam,” a spiritual and ecological leader who interprets Pasang as an “ecological revelation” that safeguards harmony among humans, nature, and the Creator. This study asserts that the local wisdom of Pasang contributes significantly to global ecotheological discourse by offering an alternative narrative to anthropocentric models of development. It demonstrates that faith, culture, and ecology can engage in meaningful dialogue to construct a new, context-sensitive, and spiritually just paradigm of environmental preservation
OMAH TANI AS A PRACTICE OF INTER-RELIGIOUS DIALOGUE BASED ON DIA-PRAXIS AND DECOLONIZATION Amriani, Nita; Yogesi, Novitama Putri; Alfian, Andi
Al-Qalam Vol. 31 No. 2 (2025): Jurnal Al Qalam
Publisher : Balai Penelitian dan Pengembangan Agama Makassar

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31969/alq.v31i2.1744

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Interfaith dialogue in Indonesia is generally framed as a formal religious forum oriented toward theological consensus, which may limit more comprehensive engagement across different social contexts. This approach often to overlooks the dynamics of interreligious praxis that grow organically in social spaces, particularly in the context of agrarian movements and struggles for structural justice. This study aims to examine the Omah Tani community in Batang, Central Java, as a manifestation of interfaith dialogue rooted in agrarian solidarity and collective action. Using a qualitative case study design, data is collected through in-depth interviews, observations, and documentation and analysis. The analysis is conducted thematically, drawing on the theoretical frameworks of dia-praxis and the decolonization of religion, to explore how expressions of faith are realized in social actions that transcend doctrinal and institutional boundaries. The research findings indicate that interfaith interaction within the Omah Tani community takes place through collective work in land management, agrarian policy advocacy, and interreligious spiritual practices. This form of engagement creates a participatory and horizontal dialogue space, where solidarity becomes the foundation of inclusive and transformative religiosity. This research offers a conceptual contribution to expanding the paradigm of interfaith dialogue, from one that previously focused solely on theological discussions among elites to one realized through collective action. By examining Omah Tani’s experience, this research demonstrates that faith or religion is not merely an individual expression but also a collective force in the struggle for justice. The case of Omah Tani demonstrates that interfaith dialogue can transcend exclusivity and “colonial” perspectives, growing in a collaborative space grounded in solidarity and commitment to vulnerable groups.