Original Research
Embracing the Emic of Minahasa celebration culture and Christian Religious Education
Submitted: 18 October 2023 | Published: 25 April 2024
About the author(s)
Demsy Jura, Doctoral Program in Christian Education, Faculty of Religious Education, Universitas Kristen Indonesia, Jakarta, IndonesiaPantjar Simatupang, Doctoral Program in Christian Education, Faculty of Religious Education, Universitas Kristen Indonesia, Jakarta, Indonesia
Christar A. Rumbay, Doctoral Program in Christian Education, Faculty of Religious Education, Universitas Kristen Indonesia, Jakarta, Indonesia
Abstract
Christian Religious Education (CRE) studies are often known to neglect the incorporation of local culture, as regulations primarily mandate the inclusion of Christian dogmatics and social issues. In fact, Christian ethics and biblical doctrine receive massive exploration compared to social and cultural discussions. Therefore, this study explored Minahasan celebration practice as an alternative dimension that can be integrated into the CRE curriculum, thereby bridging the gap between social and religious features. A sensitive analysis was used to delve into Minahasan cultural expression, which potentially contributed to the tension. The study used literature, references, articles and books to construct the practice and philosophy of each ritual. In essence, practices such as mapalus, kampetan, mu’kur and foso rummages are alternative values for the CRE curriculum.
Contribution: The findings contribute to developing the Christian Religious Education curriculum in Indonesia, specifically Minahasa. Local cultures share values relating to social, religious and educational values, potentially enriching and developing the curriculum. Ritual practices could contribute significantly to the Christian Religious Education that provides local cultural elements.
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HTS Teologiese Studies / Theological Studies vol: 80 issue: 1 year: 2024
doi: 10.4102/hts.v80i1.9868