<![CDATA[The role of local wisdom as an instrument of peace has become increasingly relevant in addressing conflicts within Indonesia’s multicultural society. This study analyzes three forms of local wisdom: the philosophy of adat bersendi syarak, syarak bersendi Kitabullah among the Malay Riau community, Tri Hita Karana in Bali, and Pela Gandong in Maluku. Using a qualitative library research method, the study applies Johan Galtung’s conflict and peace theory as well as John Paul Lederach’s peacebuilding from below to examine how local cultural practices contribute to conflict resolution and peacebuilding. Findings reveal that each tradition provides distinctive yet interconnected approaches: Malay Riau emphasizes deliberation and social reconciliation through adat institutions, Tri Hita Karana stresses the balance of spiritual, social, and ecological relations, while Pela Gandong fosters solidarity and interfaith brotherhood across villages. The analysis further demonstrates that these traditions collectively embody principles of harmony, consensus, and collectivism while differing in their religio-cultural foundations and practical mechanisms. Through Galtung’s framework, these practices can be understood as efforts to build positive peace, while Lederach’s perspective highlights the significance of grassroots actors and local legitimacy in sustaining peace. The study concludes that revitalizing local wisdom as a peace strategy is essential to strengthening social cohesion, ensuring national stability, and providing models for global peacebuilding.]]>
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