Islamic dialectics and local cultural transformation in Tapong Village, Maiwa Regency

Abstract

Dialectical interaction between Islam and local cultures, as exemplified in Tapong village, leads to blending traditions without erasing their original forms. Influenced by socio-cultural and political conditions, it transforms local culture as Islamic elements color existing rituals, showcasing a dynamic cultural evolution. This article describes the dialectic of Islam with local culture in Tapong village Maiwa regency and the form of local cultural transformation resulting from dialectics with Islam in Tapong village Maiwa regency. This research is qualitative with a single case study design. The research locations are in Tapong Village, Maiwa regency. The research informants consisted of 4 traditional leaders. Data collection used in depth interviews, observation, and literature studies. Data analysis uses a three-plot technique, namely data reduction and categorization. The results of this study are 1) the dialectic of Islam and the local culture have a meeting point in the occult aspect. Both acknowledge the existence of the supernatural, and it is in this aspect that the Tapong people accept Islam. 2) The transformation of local ritual culture occurs in several rituals gradually, from changes in prayers and mantras to changes in some parts of the ritual, but the local aspects are still visible. The conclusion of cultural change is a form of negotiating Islamic culture with local culture because not all forms are taken, only those appropriate to local characteristics.