PANTANGAN DAN NILAI MORAL: LARANGAN ANAK GADIS DUDUK DI DEPAN PINTU PADA MASYARAKAT MELAYU

enilda (Universitas Islam Negri Sultan Syarif Kasim Riau)
Violeta Inayah Pama (STAI Al-Kifayah Riau)
Dina Rahmayani (UIN Sultan Syarif Kasim Riau)

Didaktik : Jurnal Ilmiah PGSD STKIP Subang
Vol. 11 No. 04 (2025): Volume 11 No. 04 Desember 2025 Published

The taboos of traditional society are part of a cultural system rich in moral values and social norms. One of the taboos recognized in Malay society is the prohibition for young girls to sit in front of the house door. This research aims to understand the meaning behind this taboo and the moral values contained within it. The method used is qualitative research with an ethnographic approach, through literature review and cultural interpretation. The results show that this prohibition functions not only as a traditional belief but also carries symbolic meaning related to ethics, politeness, and the honor of women within the family. This prohibition is seen as a form of moral education aimed at preserving the dignity of young girls, preventing social scandals, and fostering a disciplined attitude in both public and domestic spaces. Thus, this taboo is not merely a myth but a means of internalizing values.