Alim Salamah
Universitas Mulawarman

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A qualitative study on adolescents’ perceptions of the Bepupur Ritual among the Tidung Tribe in Malinau Village Supardiansyah Supardiansyah; Moh Bahzar; Alim Salamah; Endang Herliah
Satwika : Kajian Ilmu Budaya dan Perubahan Sosial Vol. 9 No. 2 (2025): October
Publisher : Universitas Muhammadiyah Malang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.22219/satwika.v9i2.41553

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This study explores adolescents’ perceptions of the bepupur ritual, a pre-marital purification ceremony practiced by the Tidung people in Malinau Kota Village. Amid the forces of modernization, preserving local culture poses a considerable challenge, particularly in engaging the younger generation. The research employs a qualitative approach, with data collected through direct observation and in-depth interviews involving eight informants—six adolescents and two traditional leaders. Data validity was ensured through source and technique triangulation, and analysis was conducted using the Miles and Huberman model. The findings indicate that most adolescents hold positive perceptions of the ritual, viewing it as a sacred symbol of cultural identity. These results highlight the vital role of the younger generation in sustaining this tradition. The novelty of this research lies in its focus on adolescents as active agents in cultural preservation, contributing to the broader discourse on local identity within the context of social transformation.   Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengkaji persepsi remaja terhadap ritual bepupur, yaitu prosesi penyucian diri menjelang pernikahan dalam tradisi adat Suku Tidung di Desa Malinau Kota. Di tengah arus modernisasi, pelestarian budaya lokal menjadi tantangan yang signifikan, terutama dalam melibatkan generasi muda. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif dengan pengumpulan data melalui observasi langsung dan wawancara mendalam terhadap delapan informan yang terdiri atas enam remaja dan dua tokoh adat. Validitas data diuji menggunakan triangulasi sumber dan teknik, sementara analisis dilakukan dengan model Miles dan Huberman. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa sebagian besar remaja memiliki persepsi positif terhadap ritual tersebut dan memandangnya sebagai simbol kesakralan serta identitas budaya. Temuan ini menegaskan pentingnya peran generasi muda dalam menjaga keberlanjutan tradisi. Kebaruan penelitian ini terletak pada fokusnya terhadap generasi muda sebagai agen aktif pelestarian budaya, serta kontribusinya terhadap kajian identitas lokal dalam konteks perubahan sosial.
Ritual Besawai-Bapelas sebagai Sarana Pelestarian Nilai Kebersamaan pada Masyarakat Adat Guntung, Bontang Kalimantan Timur Putri Handayani; Moh Bahzar; Asnar Asnar; Alim Salamah
An-Nuha : Jurnal Kajian Islam, Pendidikan, Budaya dan Sosial Vol. 12 No. 2 (2025): December
Publisher : LP2M Sekolah Tinggi Agama Islam (STAI) Madiun

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.64810/annuha.v12i2.866

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Indonesia’s cultural diversity is reflected in the rich traditions of its indigenous communities, which function not only as spiritual expressions but also as mechanisms for maintaining social cohesion. However, modernization and changing lifestyles have increasingly challenged the sustainability of local traditions. This study aims to analyze the role of the Besawai–Bapelas ritual as a medium for preserving the values of togetherness and social solidarity within the Urang Kutai community of Kampung Adat Guntung, Bontang City, East Kalimantan. This research employs a qualitative approach using in-depth interviews with the head of adat and community members selected through purposive sampling. Data were analyzed using the Miles and Huberman interactive model, with triangulation applied to ensure data validity. The findings indicate that the Besawai–Bapelas ritual serves as a social glue that strengthens collective identity, reinforces solidarity, and sustains cultural continuity across generations. In conclusion, Besawai–Bapelas plays a vital role not only as a sacred tradition but also as a cultural strategy for maintaining social cohesion amid ongoing social change.