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Journal of Asian Orientation in Theology
ISSN : 27753425     EISSN : 26567997     DOI : 10.24071/jaot
Focus Journal of Asian Orientation in Theology (JAOT) is founded and sponsored by Sanata Dharma University School of Theology. It publishes scientific and critical thoughts in Asian Theology with Contextual and interdisciplinary approaches. Scope JAOT develops contextual theological discourses in dialogue with sociological, anthropological, comparative religion, religious studies, historical, cultural and psychological perspectives and takes the diversity of Asian societies and cultures as its context. The journal is open to scholars from all religious backgrounds.
Articles 71 Documents
Heuristic Reasoning and Conversational Cases in the Gospel of John Yonas Prasetya; Edward Sitepu; Milisi Sembiring
Journal of Asian Orientation in Theology Vol 4, No 1 (2022): Journal of Asian Orientation in Theology
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24071/jaot.v4i1.4152

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The grace of Christ needs to be on the agenda of preaching in the Gospels, especially in the Gospel of John. In the current pandemic atmosphere, heuristic reasoning can be grounded from the Gospel of John. The counselee needs clarity about himself and why he must entrust his life to the Lord Jesus. And the contribution of Christianity is to strive for them to grow in faith and become mature disciples of Christ in the future. The process of becoming a disciple of Christ of course by paying attention to the cognitive workings of the individual concerned. And it becomes an important part of Christian ministry so that the quality of the faith that is reached is visible and useful in his life. Heuristic reasoning can be one of the proposed models because Christ himself used this reasoning with many people, including His disciples.
The Catholic Baptism Fulfills the Longing for Salvation at Ruwatan : Pastoral Circle Approach Overview Antonius Koko Kristanto; E.P.D. Martasudjita
Journal of Asian Orientation in Theology Vol 4, No 1 (2022): Journal of Asian Orientation in Theology
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24071/jaot.v4i1.4456

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Javanese Catholic people live in the midst of Javanese culture with its traditions that are still preserved. Out of these traditions, the Javanese people still keep the ruwatan ceremony. Javanese Catholics often question whether or not ruwatan is permissible according to the teachings of the Catholic Church. In this particular topic, the theological question arises regarding whether it is still necessary to seek salvation through rituals, while salvation has been fully accomplished through Jesus Christ and received in the Sacrament of Baptism. In answering this theological problem, the writer uses the pastoral circle method from the theory of Joe Holland Peter Henriot. Meanwhile, to analyze the ruwatan ritual, the writer uses Victor Turner’s theory regarding the three stages of the rite of passage.
Mata Golo, the Ke'o Rado Ritual, and The Death of Jesus Christ on The Cross in the Perspective of the Ngada People in Central Flores Indonesia Paskalis Lina; Raymundus I Made Sudhiarsa
Journal of Asian Orientation in Theology Vol 4, No 1 (2022): Journal of Asian Orientation in Theology
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24071/jaot.v4i1.4483

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Most traditional societies have different conceptions of death and dying. The people of Ngada in Central Flores have a conception of death and dying called ‘mata golo.’ Mata golo is a bad death or a bloody death. This kind of death is caused by, for instance, a natural disaster, being killed by others, being killed in a traffic accident, etc. This article presents a theological inculturation view of the death of Christ on the Cross as a sign of reconciliation and peace in the perspective of mata golo among the Ngada people and in that of the ke’o rado ritual that follows it. This ritual is meant to bring about reconciliation and establish peace between the members of the clan on the one hand and the dead and the ancestors on the other hand. By using the inculturation method, we first listen to the culture. For this, the qualitative research method is used by conducting field research observations, in-depth interviews with key informants, and literature studies of previous studies on mata golo. The result is then compared with the teachings and views of the Catholic Church on the death of Christ. These two themes are then synthesized to build a distinctive theological concept, which could be a contribution to future pastoral services.
Remove the Stumbling Blocks An Overview of the Concept of Oneness of God in Christianity and Islam as a Challenge and a Way for Interreligious Relation between the Two Religions Jekonia Tarigan
Journal of Asian Orientation in Theology Vol 4, No 1 (2022): Journal of Asian Orientation in Theology
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24071/jaot.v4i1.3536

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Confession of faith is one of the most important part of religion. In Christianity’s confession of faith it is clear that there are mentioned what so called as Trinity in which Christians proclaim their belief to God the father, Jesus Christ and Holy Spirit. On the other hand, Islam have confession of faith in which they proclaim the oneness of God which is known as Tauhid. However, in the context of inter-religious relation between Islam and Christianity, their confession of faith often open a discussion even debate.  Therefore, the Christian belief in a triune God and the deity of the Prophet Jesus are a serious “stumbling block” in dealing with Indonesian people in general and Islamic societies in particular. Concerning Islam, another question that immediately arises is, whether there is any interpretation which able to broke the ‘stumbling block’ or actually it is untranslatable of religion that should be accepted and honored? This kind of questions will be discussed in in this paper because the effort to remove these ‘stumbling block’ and built more harmonius inter-religious relation between Christian and Islam is both side duty. 
The Impact of Education on Patriarch Culture and Gender Equality Benedikta Yosefina Kebingin; Armada Riyanto
Journal of Asian Orientation in Theology Vol 4, No 1 (2022): Journal of Asian Orientation in Theology
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24071/jaot.v4i1.4223

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This article will explore the independence that is actually expected by every human being, both women and men in the framework of education under the title, "Impact of Education on Patriarchal As This article would analyze on the true independence that expected  by every human  both of women and men in frame  of Education with the title , “The Impact of Education on Patriarchate  Culture and Gender Equality". In this sense, education must be placed in the perspective of liberation. Education is for all and lasts for life. Patriarchate refers to a system of legitimate relations in the fields of law, economy and politics and strengthens domination relations in a society. The research takes place in the mainland area of East Flores with characteristic of a strong patriarchate culture. Observations were made on the family in the interaction of husband and wife dealing with work and tasks in the realm they carried so that the authors were sent to find out whether there is an influence of education on patriarchate culture and therefore patriarchate culture affects gender equality which has an impact on women's participation. The methodology used in this study is interpretive, with a qualitative model and a phenomenological approach. The data collection technique is done through interviews. This study found that patriarchate culture, gender equality and the  involvement of East Flores women that were influenced by the higher education received by the community. Thus, this study is different from the one conducted by Shannon McAlister with the title, “Christ as the Woman Seeking Her Lost Coin: Luke 15:8-10 and Divine Sophia in the Latin West” in the Journal of “Theological Studies”, 2018, Vol. 79, no. 1, pp 7-35
ELABORATING AN INDONESIAN SOCIAL MARIOLOGY BASED ON THE EXPERIENCE OF THE FAITHFUL Pasi, Gregorius; Riyanto, Armada; Martasudjita, Emanuel P.D.
Journal of Asian Orientation in Theology Vol 4, No 2 (2022): Journal of Asian Orientation in Theology
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24071/jaot.v4i2.4119

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This article attempts to answer the following question: how to elaborate an Indonesian social mariology that is based on the experience of the faithful? In answering this question, this article uses the critical reading method on four main themes, namely: (1) social mariology according to Clodovis M. Boff; (2) Contextual theology according to the FABC (Federation of Asian Bishops' Conferences); (3) The methods of contextual theology according to Stephen B. Bevans; (4) Gadamer's philosophical hermeneutics. The results of this critical reading have been synthesized in the following 3 subjects: (1) social mariology, (2) social mariology within the context of the FABC’s contextual theology; (3) a plan of Indonesian social mariology based on the experience of the faithful. An authentic contribution of this article is found in number 3: it offers a way to be applied in heeding the context, namely by processing the experience of the faithful. This approach is based on the way of Asian contextual theologizing according to the FABC and Gadamer's philosophical hermeneutics. Besides to social mariology, this method can be applied to other themes of contextual theological studies.
A TRADITION OF INTERFAITH NYADRAN AS A MODEL OF PERSERVING SOSIAL HARMONY Carolus Borromeus Mulyatno
Journal of Asian Orientation in Theology Vol 4, No 2 (2022): Journal of Asian Orientation in Theology
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24071/jaot.v4i2.5079

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This qualitative research with a phenomenological approach aims to describe nyadran as a tradition that is a means for the community to preserve a harmonious life together. Used observation and interview methods to collect data related to the nyadran ceremony. Observations were carried out to get an idea of the process of the nyadran ceremony. Next, the researcher interviewed three respondents who had experience preparing and carrying out the nyadran tradition in the Sorowajan hamlet, Banguntapan sub-district, and Bantul district. The data are analyzed using the essential elements of harmony in studying Javanese philosophy. There are three critical findings from this study. First, the Sorowajan hamlet community holds a nyadran ceremony annually involving interfaith community members. Second, the nyadran ceremony is a means to maintain and preserve the harmony of the Sorowajan community through ritual ceremonies that unite adherents of different religions. Third, the nyadran ceremony in the Sorowajan hamlet is a local tradition that has developed into a celebration of togetherness that involves people from different religious backgrounds and beliefs. Members of the community of interfaith and theology work together and are responsible for the implementation of the nyadran ceremony in a solemn and lively manner for the realization of a harmonious life together in the unity of Indonesia, which has diversity in religion, belief, ethnicity, race, culture, and local wisdom.
Be A Good Listener- Learning from Saint Francis de Sales Kurnianto, Geovanni Dody
Journal of Asian Orientation in Theology Vol 4, No 2 (2022): Journal of Asian Orientation in Theology
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24071/jaot.v4i2.5001

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The purpose of the study is to show that the spirituality of Francis de Sales in his work, “Introduction to the Devout Life” is still relevant today, especially for the formation of priests and religious candidates in Indonesia. His work was written when as the Bishop of Geneva, he was concerned for the spiritual life of the laity in his diocese because of the Protestantism movement that swept most of Europe at that time. Francis wants to tell his people that, not only in the Protestant Church, but in the Catholic Church also that holiness belongs to everyone, not only for the clergy, monks, and nuns. His book provides a practical guide for anyone who wants to develop a spiritual life. De Sales offers a new perspective that the first step to develop a spiritual life does not begin with the celebration of the sacraments and liturgies but from the human longing for God that arises from everyone#39;s heart. This longing of God must be cultivated and nurtured, first of all, in spiritual friendship with those who are more experienced in spiritual life. In the formation, this is known in several forms such as spiritual guidance, personal assistance, or cura personalis.
Citizenship Catechesis Initiation for Mainstreaming Political Engagement Among the Z Faithful Digital Generation Kristhalia Dessindi; Mutiara Andalas
Journal of Asian Orientation in Theology Vol 4, No 2 (2022): Journal of Asian Orientation in Theology
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24071/jaot.v4i2.5089

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Catholic Bishop Conference through the Catechetical Commission Catholic to youth to involve in political issues and to become political leaders has become an embryonic momentum for ‘citizenship catechesis’. How does social activism among Catholic youth at St. Anthony of Padua Parish in Kotabaru Yogyakarta become the embryo of the birth of citizenship catechesis? The two authors conducted qualitative research with a naturalistic descriptive design through participative observation, literature review and semi-structured interviews to collect data. The Catholic youth in St. Anthony of Padua Parish in Kotabaru Yogyakarta, who belong to the Z generation and are actively involved in social activism, is the leading research informant. Citizenship catechesis embryo grows organically through social activism, such as Interfaith Dialogue and Sega Mubeng. Ahead of the 2024 presidential election, parishes need urgently to initiate citizenship catechesis with activities that allow the faithful Z generation to borrow Pope Francis’ terminology, ‘to be involved, not just observers, even spectators.’
Dialog and evangelization according to Charles de Foucauld and The Implication for the Church of Indonesia Materius Kristiyanto
Journal of Asian Orientation in Theology Vol 4, No 2 (2022): Journal of Asian Orientation in Theology
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24071/jaot.v4i2.5211

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This qualitative research uses a literature review method with the aim of exploring Charles de Foucauld's thoughts on dialogue and evangelization among Muslims. The ideas of dialogue and evangelization can be traced from his life story as a Catholic priest and missionary.  His spiritual life was colored by seeking the last place, as Jesus lived in Nazareth, in several Trappist monasteries, and finally chose to become a missionary priest. He became a missionary in Algeria in preparation for a mission to Morocco. He lived among the Muslims in Beni Abbs - Tuaregh and Tamanrasset. He built a house of brotherhood to build brotherhood with everyone. He testifies to a simple and ascetic life. After Foucauld's death, several groups of followers grew in Europe, namely Piccoli Fratelli and Piccole Sorelle. They form small communities that continue the spirit of dialogue and evangelization by living as a unit in society in the form of an inclusive basic community. The basic community aims to build universal brotherhood, regardless of ethnicity, religion, and race. The inclusive dialogue model is very relevant for the multicultural and multireligious Indonesian society.