Local Wisdom as the Representation of Social Integration between Religions in Lombok Indonesia Suparman Jayadi (a*), Argyo Demartoto (b), Drajat Tri Kartono (b)
a) Sociology, Universitas Sebelas Maret
Jl. Ir. Sutami 36A, Surakarta 57126, Indonesia
*suparmanjayadi[at]student.uns.ac.id
b) Faculty of Social and Political Sciences, Surakarta 57126, Indonesia
Abstract
Social Integration in Indonesia is often disturbed by religious conflict occurring in many areas. This research aimed to analyze local wisdom as the representation of social integration between religions in Lombok Indonesia. Bali ethnic Hindu and Sasak Ethnic adherents in Lombok were the unit of analysis in this qualitative research with case study approach. Data was collected through observation, in-depth interview, and documentation, and then was processed and analyzed using Parsons’ social integration theory. The result of research showed that Perang Topat was defined as the symbol of peace and Nampah Kaoq, fraternity and unity. They maintained social integration through such tradition as sign and cultural pattern representing social integration. This local wisdom realized harmony between religious communities.
Keywords: Local Wisdom, Representation, Social Integration, Hindu, Islam Sasak.
