IJoReSCo
Vol. 2 No. 1 (2024): March

Cultural Acculturation and Wasathiyyah Islamic Values in Celebrating the Ruwatan Ceremony in Kelud Mountain

Muslimah, Ismi Rohmattul (Unknown)



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Publish Date
25 Mar 2024

Abstract

The purpose of this article is to identify the Wasathiyyah Islamic values that appear in the practice of ruwatan ceremonies and how these values influence the behaviour of the community, especially in Mount Kelud. Ruwatan ceremony is a tradition aimed at cleansing oneself from negative influences that people believe in eliminating diseases, bad luck and even natural disasters. This research uses qualitative research with cultural anthropology and theological approaches that can be understood in the context of Islamic teachings. Data collection techniques through interviews, observation and documentation using triangulation analysis and data presentation. Ruwatan is not just a tradition but also a place to implement the teachings of Islam in a wasathiyyah manner, which emphasises moderation and balance between communities on Mount Kelud.

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ijoresco

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Subject

Religion Arts Humanities Social Sciences

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International Journal of Religion and Social Community provides an internationally forum for research on interdisciplinary religious and social community studies, Islamic studies, religion, and Islamic thought. Taking an expansive view of the subject, the journal brings together all displinary ...