Ngabalin, Marthinus
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Pemalangan Tanah Sebagai Bentuk Resistensi Masyarakat Papua Barat Terhadap Pembangunan Ngabalin, Marthinus; Adi, Suwarto; Tampake, Tony
Indonesian Journal of Religion and Society Vol 6, No 2 (2024)
Publisher : Indonesian Center for Religion and Society Studies (InTReSt)

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.36256/ijrs.v6i2.423

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This research aims to analyze the resistance efforts of West Papuans in land blocking in the form of demands for compensation, customary bars, complaints and demands, coordination with other parties and the use of traditional leadership systems. In Papuan culture, talking about land means talking about people at the same time. On the other hand, this research also analyzes the phenomenon of land blocking as a form of resistance to the development process in Papua. This stems from the concept that development that does not involve the community in the planning process will have an impact on the process. Resistance is seen as a model of resistance to the development process in the form of rejection, blockading and even carried out openly in the form of protests and demonstrations. The method used is qualitative research, using an ethnographic approach. Data collection techniques were carried out by observation, interviews and literature studies. Data analysis in the study adopted the Miles and Huberman interactive model which includes data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion drawing. The research findings show that land for the Papuan people has a very important role in life and is interpreted as Mama who contains and gives life to humans. In addition, resistance is understood as a form of protest against the development process carried out on the land of the Papuan people
Tombor maghi as an interfaith ritual: lived religion among Muslims and Christians in West Papua, Indonesia Ngabalin, Marthinus; Lattu, Izak Y. M; Qurtuby, Sumanto Al; Tampake, Tony
IJORESH Indonesian Journal of Religion Spirituality and Humanity Vol. 4 No. 1 (2025): Indonesian Journal of Religion, Spirituality, and Humanity
Publisher : Postgraduate Program of State Islamic University (UIN) Salatiga Jl. Lingkar Salatiga Km. 02 Salatiga, Indonesia https://pps.uinsalatiga.ac.id/

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.18326/ijoresh.v4i1.55-84

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This article explores the Tombor Maghi ritual among the Fakfak community in West Papua Province, Indonesia, which strengthens interfaith relations, particularly between Muslims and Christians. Originally part of a traditional marriage custom, the ritual has developed into a broader form of community solidarity involving cross-religious cooperation. While scholars in anthropology and sociology have extensively studied rituals, research that focuses explicitly on rituals within the context of inter-religious relations remains relatively underdeveloped. This study addresses three main research questions: how the Tombor Maghi ritual is practiced and interpreted by the Fakfak community across religious affiliations; what role the ritual plays in fostering interfaith cooperation and reinforcing communal solidarity; and what symbolic and social significance the ritual holds within the broader framework of lived religion and indigenous approaches to peacebuilding. This study employs a qualitative methodology, utilising a realist ethnographic approach. Data were collected through interviews and field observations conducted in Fakfak Regency. The findings indicate that Tombor Maghi continues to be preserved as a form of cultural dialogue that weaves together interfaith relations. The ritual reflects cultural knowledge that is created, transmitted, and practised in daily life. It provides a space for Muslims and Christians to collaborate through community-based initiatives, such as at mosques and churches. In light of these findings, further research related to this topic is suggested because there are still many interesting issues to discuss in connection with rituals that have become a philosophy in social life.
Misi Dan Penginjilan Di Gereja Protestan Indonesia (GPI) Papua: Tantangan, Konteks, Dan Transformasi Pelayanan Marthinus Ngabalin
INSTITUTIO : Jurnal Pendidikan Agama Kristen Vol. 12 No. 1 (2026): INTEGRASI TEOLOGI, ETIKA, KEPEMIMPINAN, DAN TEKNOLOGI MEMBANGUN PAK KONTEKSTUA
Publisher : Institut Agama Kristen Negeri (IAKN) Ambon

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Abstract : This study examines the dynamics of mission and evangelism within the Gereja Protestan Indonesia (GPI) Papua in the context of social change, religious plurality, and the transformation of church ministry in Papua. Mission and evangelism are understood not merely as efforts to expand church institutions, but as the proclamation of the Gospel centered on the salvific work of Jesus Christ while upholding human freedom and dignity. This research employs a qualitative approach with a descriptive–interpretive method through a literature study of various theological, historical, and contextual sources related to church ministry in Papua. The findings reveal that the implementation of mission within GPI Papua has evolved from an institutional model of evangelism toward a more dialogical, contextual, and transformative approach. Within the multicultural and multireligious context of Papuan society, the church is challenged to develop a paradigm of peaceful mission that emphasizes social service, interreligious dialogue, education, healthcare, and community empowerment as integral dimensions of Christian witness. The study further identifies several major challenges faced by GPI Papua’s mission ministry, including social changes driven by modernization and digitalization, interreligious relations, limited ministerial resources, and the need for contextual theological formation. Therefore, the transformation of church mission should be directed toward strengthening the spirituality of ministry, increasing congregational participation, and developing mission approaches that are relevant to the social realities of Papuan society. In this sense, church mission is understood not only as verbal proclamation, but also as the praxis of ecclesial presence that embodies peace, justice, and social solidarity within society.   Keywords: church mission, evangelism, GPI Papua, ministry transformation, interreligious dialogue, Papua
Ritus Tombor Maghi: Mempererat Hubungan Harmonis Islam-Kristen di Kabupaten Fakfak Marthinus Ngabalin; Lindra Y. Camerling; Zacharias Sahureka; Bhayanangky A. Lewier
Jurnal Ilmiah Religiosity Entity Humanity (JIREH) Vol 8 No 1 (2026): JIREH: Juni
Publisher : Sekolah Tinggi Teologi Injili dan Kejuruan (STTIK) Kupang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37364/jireh.v8i1.738

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This article examines the Tombor Maghi ritual as a cultural practice and form of lived religion in fostering interreligious relations in Fakfak Regency, West Papua. Initially, Tombor Maghi was a customary ritual associated with the collection of bridewealth in marriage traditions. Over time, however, the ritual has transformed into a medium of social solidarity manifested in the construction of churches and mosques, educational support, and various community social activities. This study aims to describe the development of Muslim–Christian relations in Fakfak, analyze Tombor Maghi as a practice of lived religion, and explain its contribution to strengthening interreligious relations. The research employs a qualitative method with an ethnographic approach through interviews, observation, and documentation. The findings reveal that Tombor Maghi functions as a medium of interreligious dialogue, social solidarity, and community cohesion. Furthermore, the ritual represents a locally grounded practice of lived religion that reinforces harmony and social peace within a multicultural society.