The Existence of the Noble Values of Tambun Bungai in the Socio-Cultural Practices of the Central Kalimantan Community

Muhamad Romadoni (University of Palangka Raya)
Marrisa Aulia Mayangsari (University of Palangka Raya)
Andi Arie Astuti (University of Palangka Raya)
Nawung Asmoro Girindraswari (University of Palangka Raya)
Muh. Andis Hidayatullah (University of Palangka Raya)
Muhammad Ahsin Maulana (University of Palangka Raya)
Hendro T.G Samosir (University of Palangka Raya)
Yulianto Eko Sunugroho Sunugroho (Palangka Raya Parei Art Padepokan)

Jurnal Riset sosial humaniora, dan Pendidikan (Soshumdik)
Vol. 5 No. 3 (2026): September: Jurnal Riset Sosial Humaniora, dan Pendidikan (Soshumdik)

Local wisdom is a vital foundation for social cohesion, cultural identity, and community resilience amid globalization. In Central Kalimantan, Dayak values are embodied in Bumi Tambun Bungai, rooted in the Huma Betang philosophy. While prior studies highlight it as a symbol of social harmony, research on its practical manifestation in contemporary community life remains limited. This study explores how the noble values of Tambun Bungai manifest in socio-cultural practices and examines their transformation in modern life. Using a qualitative approach with cultural and social ethnography design, data were collected through observations, interviews, focus group discussions, and document analysis. Findings reveal that Tambun Bungai’s values persist in community life, expressed through courage, moral integrity, religious adherence, honesty, social care, mutual cooperation, sincerity, sacrifice, work ethic, educational pursuit, and love for homeland and cultural identity. These values are actualized in social solidarity, inter-community tolerance, and collective cultural participation. The study concludes that Tambun Bungai represents living values adaptable to social change while reinforcing social cohesion and cultural identity in Central Kalimantan.