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Character education in the tradition of peraq api in the community of Sasak, Lombok, Indonesia


Nuruddin Nuruddin

Abstract

Character education values are discovered in cultural activities and human interactions with God, others and themselves. This study aims to explore and  describe the value of character education in the peraq api of Sasak community in Lombok. This article uses a qualitative research approach. The data  collection techniques include observation, interviews and documentation. The data analysis used triangulation with the stages of identifying interview material, classifying, coding, taking emic and hermeneutical approaches. The results of the study elucidate that the procedures and stages of the ritual  begin from experimentation, which is considered and believed to have magical powers but does not conflict with religious values. The stages that are  passed in carrying out the ritual include activities to prepare materials, process materials, fumigation, carry out rituals and give baby names. The  character values comprised in the peraq api tradition are religious, ethical, responsible and environmental care character.


Contribution: This research contributes to maintaining the values of character education in the Sasak society. 


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eISSN: 2072-8050
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