Abstract:
Globalization contribute to the socio-cultural construction and
transformation of society. This study aims to analyze the
construction and social transformation of silariang among
Makassar people in South Sulawesi Province, Indonesia. The
research uses a case study approach. Data were obtained
through in-depth interviews, participant observation, and
documentation studies. The results of the study show that siri’
(means dignity or shame or both at the same time) as the core
value of Makassar people has a prominent relationship with
silariang cases. Further, the globalization has changed the the
world of view of the local community, particularly the younger
generations, making them started to open minded. This change
has lead them into a socio-cultural transformation. If in the past
Makassar people extremely uphold the siri’ value exemplified
by silariang, nowadays, people are more open to the alternative
option called nikah siri or unregistered marriage. It also shows
that the siri’ concept is fluid.
