Jurnal Penelitian
Vol 22 No 1 (2025)

Maccera Tasi: Between Tradition and Social Prestige in Maritime Society

Yunus (Unknown)
Mukhlisin (Unknown)
Hendrayadi (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
21 Apr 2025

Abstract

This study describes the relationship between the Maccera Tasi ritual and the economy of the Tokke Village community, using a phenomenological and ethnographic approach. Ritual values, use of historical space, community activities, beliefs, and historical values ​​affect the socio-economics of the community. Data were collected through interviews with village heads, religious leaders, traditional leaders, and the community. The results of the study show that the Maccera Tasi tradition has a sacred position and has a strong influence in society, especially when the fishing and harvest seasons arrive. This ritual increases the optimism and gratitude of fishermen, which has an impact on the catch. In addition, Maccera Tasi boosts the local economy by attracting tourists, thereby increasing community income. In addition, the relationship between religion and culture in the Maccera Tasi ritual is a complex and interesting area of ​​study, which offers the main findings and distinctions of this study that the Maccera Tasi Ritual has a dual function, namely as a cultural expression and religious practice. Culturally, this ritual strengthens social solidarity and the identity of the maritime community. Religiously, this ritual is a means to get closer to God and ask for protection from danger at sea

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Journal Info

Abbrev

Penelitian

Publisher

Subject

Religion Humanities Education Social Sciences

Description

Aim Jurnal Penelitian is a peer-reviewed journal dedicated to publishing high-quality research on various aspects of religiosity, Islam, and culture in Indonesia. As a predominantly Muslim country, Indonesia is home to a diverse range of local cultures. Islam, which originated outside of Indonesia, ...