<![CDATA[The Kia Lahi ritual tradition is not merely a union of two individuals; it embodies the cultural, spiritual, and social values passed down from ancestors. This study describes the process of the Kia Lahi ritual and analyzes the meanings and values inherent within it. A phenomenological approach is employed, utilizing interviews as a data collection technique, supplemented by a review of relevant literature. Data analysis involves classifying information according to established formulas. The data is processed by referencing various sources, interpreting findings, and drawing conclusions to comprehend the meanings and values within the Kia Lahi ritual. The Kia Lahi ritual of the Tidore people consists of 17 stages. This ritual signifies kinship, respect, purity, reverence, and devotion to one's faith. Additionally, it conveys the concept of "borero gosimo" (ancestral messages), emphasizing the enforcement of "adat se-atorang" (customs and regulations) that adhere to the principle of "adat bersendi pada syariat Islam, and syariat Islam bersendi Al-Qur'an" (customs grounded in Islamic law, and Islamic law grounded in the Qur'an). The Kia Lahi ritual is not merely a ceremonial practice repeated since ancient times; it plays a significant role in shaping social values and serves as a medium for religious outreach.]]>
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