al-Afkar, Journal For Islamic Studies
Vol. 9 No. 4 (2026)

Lamban Dalom within the Customary Legal System of the Kebandaran Marga Balak in Lampung Pesisir

Amelia Irwana (Universitas Lampung)
Meta Sari (Universitas Lampung)
Seli Safitri Julianti (Universitas Lampung)
B. Wulandari (Universitas Lampung)
Abdul Halim (Universitas Lampung)



Article Info

Publish Date
30 Oct 2026

Abstract

This study explores the role and function of the traditional house “Lamban Dalom” in the customary law system of Kebandaran Marga Balak in Lampung Pesisir. The research is motivated by the need to preserve cultural heritage amidst the dynamics of modernization and weakening of traditional values. Using a qualitative descriptive method, data were collected through in-depth interviews, direct observations, and document analysis in Negeri Olok Gading, Bandar Lampung. The findings indicate that Lamban Dalom serves not only as the residence of the Sebatin (traditional leader), but also as the center of cultural, social, and legal activities in the Marga Balak community. The leadership system is hereditary, involving a hierarchical structure of Penyimbang Bandar, Paksi, Tiuh, and Suku. Lamban Dalom becomes the central point in traditional ceremonies, conflict resolution, and cultural education. The research concludes that Lamban Dalom holds strategic importance in maintaining the identity, authority, and continuity of the Lampung Saibatin cultural system, and should be preserved as a cultural heritage site and traditional governance center.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

Afkar_Journal

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Subject

Social Sciences

Description

al-Afkar, Journal for Islamic Studies is published by Association of Secondment Lecturers (Asosiasi Dosen DPK) UIN Sunan Gunung Djati Bandung Indonesia. Focus of al-Afkar, Journal for Islamic Studies is on publishing original empirical research articles and theoretical reviews of Islamic Studies, ...