Vidyottama Sanatana: International Journal of Hindu Science and Religious Studies

EXPLORING THE ETHNOECOLOGY OF FISHERING COMMUNITIES ON BUYAN LAKE PRESERVATION

2024-04-26T06:00:46+08:00

This study examines the ethnoecology of fishing communities in the conservation of Lake Buyan,
with an analytical focus on the cosmos system, Corvus and daily praxis. This study uses a
qualitative descriptive analytical method with a basis for data analysis based on cultural ecology
theory and generative structuralism. Fisherman behaviour data was obtained from distributing
questionnaires using analysis referring to the binary model. This study, which was conducted in
May - August 2023, found that the cosmos system or belief in a divine nature and strong magicalmystical

beliefs collaborate to form and strengthen cultural capital, social capital and symbolic
capital as one unit with rational and irrational knowledge forming a complex system. Corvus. This
conception complements the individual and collective habitus of fishing communities through
conventions as values, norms and rules that are adhered to physically and mentally. The local
wisdom of the fishing community underlies every daily practice. Both in understanding and
utilizing Lake Buyan in its functions as a source of drinking water, agriculture, socio-cultural/
religious, economic, recreation or tourism, and ecology. This praxis is also reflected in the results
of fishermen's behaviour which is included in the good category with a score of 1.

CULTIVATION OF RELIGIOUS CHARACTER EDUCATION AT THE MEPEPADA CEREMONY AT PURA AGUNG KERTAJAYA TANGGERANG

2024-05-02T04:59:35+08:00

The yadnya ceremony is the basis of Hindu religious teachings, including tattva and ethics. Hindus implement religious teachings through the yadnya ceremony. There are five yadnya that are always carried out, namely Dewa Yadnya, Bhuta Yadnya, Manusa Yadnya, Pitra Yadnya and Rsi Yadnya. Interestingly, every Mupuk pedagingan ceremony is always accompanied by a mepepada ceremony, such as the Numpuk pedagingan ceremony at Pura Agung Kertajaya Tanggerang. This mepepada ceremony is interesting to study, especially in instilling character education values. The research method used is qualitative, data collection through interviews and observation. The results of the research show that there is an instillation of religious character education at the mepepada ceremony: belief in Lord Shiva in the form of Rare Anggon descending into the world to pick up the atman of the animal that is used as his yadnya, believing in the existence of the same atman for both animals and humans, believing that the good karma of the animal that is being used as his yadnya will receive purification and punarbhawa believes that the evolution of animals that are used as sacred sacrifices will be born into creatures that are better or more useful than before.

THE SYMBOLIC AND SPIRITUAL ROLE OF FLOWERS IN HINDU RELIGIOUS RITUALS IN BALI: A QUALITATIVE ANALYSIS

2024-10-07T10:57:10+08:00

Humans' inability to understand God in metaphysical form often gives rise to the need to use symbolic or representational means in an effort to understand or describe a sublime and unattainable existence, one of which is a vital object as a symbol of God for the Balinese Hindu community is the existence of flowers in Every offering is considered as a condition that increases aesthetic passion or a condition within the spirit of human relationship with God of Flowers in Hindu religious practices in Bali. The research uses qualitative methods with a descriptive approach used to analyze and describe data from literature studies, strengthening understanding about the presence of flowers in rituals. The results of the research are divided into three discussion points (1) The Significance of Flowers in Hindu Religious Rites in Bali (2) Flowers as a Medium of Offerings (3) Spirit and Blessing: The Role of Flowers in Spirituality and the Human Environment, highlighting the importance of flowers in conveying the sincerity of the human heart in religious ceremonies, enrich spirituality, and deepen understanding of God's existence through religious symbols. Based on this, this research attempts to examine in depth the existence of flowers as a means of ritual through depiction or symbolization which allows humans to associate complex and abstract concepts such as God with something more concrete or visible, such as images, symbols, or rituals. This facilitates easier understanding and helps in forming an emotional, spiritual, or even intellectual bond with the concept of God.

THE CASE OF “DESAK MADE DARMAWATI” AS A REFLECTION OF LEARNING IN CULTIVATION OF MODERATE PEOPLE IN INDONESIA

2024-08-05T09:54:52+08:00

Diversity has become a national identity that shows Indonesia's image as a country that respects differences. However, this has also become one of the triggers for conflict of disharmony in the form of cases of religious blasphemy. The “Desak Made Darmawati” case is an example of a religious blasphemy conflict in Indonesia. Through a viral video circulating on social media, he shows himself presenting statements that tend to corner Hindu religious beliefs. Reflecting on these problems, researchers are interested in studying more deeply the implications of the "Desak Made Darmawati" case as a reflection of learning in cultivating moderate people in Indonesia. In this research, several problem formulations were formulated, namely related to the chronology of cases, the urgency of religious moderation in Indonesia, as well as reflections on learning from the "Desak Made Darmawati" case. This research uses a qualitative type of research with a case study approach, followed by using data collection methods, namely library or literature studies, as well as Miles and Huberman's interactive data analysis techniques. The results of this research show that the implementation of religious moderation is still an urgent matter to prevent religious polemics. On this basis, the case of "Desak Made Darmawati" can provide a reflection of learning for religious people to become moderate people, especially from a humanist, religious and legal perspective in Indonesia.

MANIFESTATIONS OF RELIGIOUS MODERATION PRACTICES BY CONFUCIANS AND HINDUS IN CATUR VILLAGE

2024-04-26T05:46:08+08:00

Maintaining harmony in differences is not an easy thing, a number of vulnerable problems can cause disharmony between religious communities. Especially in an area consisting of various ethnicities, religions and cultures, such as the people of Catur Village which consists of two ethnicities and religions, namely Confucianism and Balinese Hinduism. This problem is explained using qualitative research by collecting data through observation, documentation and interviews. The theory used is Structural Functional. From the research carried out, it can be explained as follows: (1) The Divine Aspect, Confucian people in Catur Village feel that the religious teachings they adhere to, especially relating to the divine aspect, are not much different from the teachings of Hindus in interpreting their God.(2) Aspects of Human Purification, Confucians and Hindus in Catur Village have similar perceptions regarding aspects of human purification. It's just that the form of ceremony used looks slightly different but has the same essence.(3) Aspect of Glorifying Nature, Tian is the creator and part of the universe, glorifying Tian as Almighty God can be done by glorifying nature.(4)Aspects of Glorifying the Spirit, Confucians and Balinese Hindus have the same view in treating the dead. Traditional Confucian thought pays very deep attention to the existence of spirits.

THE WISDOM OF WAYANG KAMASAN: A MORAL COMPASS FOR SUSTAINABILITY

2024-04-26T05:42:18+08:00

The deterioration of the Earth's ecosystem and its subsequent impact represents a mounting concern. The increase in crimes against humanity, the destruction of the natural world, and the extinction of animals is a matter of grave concern. The objective of science is to address the damage through a scientific approach. However, in order to instill a sense of moral responsibility, it is becoming increasingly necessary to adopt an approach that is rooted in ancient traditions. This paper focuses on wayang kamasan, a traditional communal art that has been maintained since the 14th century and is synonymous with value-laden tradition. The objective of this paper is to examine the wisdom of wayang kamasan from the perspective of Emmanuel Levinas' moral philosophy in order to ascertain its relevance in the context of sustainability. The research analysis revealed that the values inherent to wayang kamasan encompass transcendent, wisdom, vital, and utilitarian values. These values represent the nexus of artistic practice and traditional aesthetics, influencing spiritual experience, moral conduct, and the exercise of wisdom in action. The wisdom inherent in wayang kamasan offers a robust foundation for directing moral responsibility towards sustainability.

APPLICATION OF THE CONCEPT OF KALA IN RELIGIOUS LIFE IN BANGLI SOCIETY

2024-10-07T10:55:06+08:00

Time is the most valuable thing to have and at the same time it is also the easiest thing to waste. So on this occasion the author determined this research with the title "Application of the Kala Concept in the Religious Life of the Hindu Community in Bangli Regency".

Oriented to this background, a discussion can be formulated relating to the application of the Kala concept in the socio-religious life of the Hindu community in Bangli Regency. To explain the problem above, the author uses qualitative research. In this case, the author was directly involved in collecting data by means of observation, documentation and interviews with informants in Bangli Regency. Apart from that, this research uses types of library data such as books, journals, or previously existing scientific works that have a correlation with the research being carried out.

From the research conducted, it can be described as follows; (1) The Kala concept is applied in the ruatan procession, through the Sapuh Leger Wayang performance, the Sudamala procession, and the Mapandes. (2) Application of the concept of Kala in art, where Kala and its mythology are a source of inspiration in artistic trends that have developed over time. (3) The concept of Kala is applied in religious ceremonies, especially through the Bhuta Yadnya ceremony. (4) The concept of Kala is also a source of ethics in the life of the Bangli people, where there are several taboos that the community cannot do because it has the consequence of receiving punishment from Kala. (5) The concept of Kala by the Bangli people is also applied as a magical means of protection, by creating various symbols of Kala (rerajahan).

THE MEANING OF TAKSU IN HINDU SOCIETY

2024-04-26T05:52:02+08:00

Globalization and modernization affect the lives of the Hindu community in Denpasar City, especially in the aspect of the Hindu religion. The cultural traditions of Balinese society hold many mysterious things. One of them is the conception of taksu, which is believed by many Balinese people in general, and Denpasar people in particular, to be the peak energy or spiritual power that is really needed in various aspects of socio-religious life, including Balinese artistic life. So that the taksu conception can be useful for artists (pregina) in producing quality and stunning works of art, it is important to look for the implied meaning behind the taksu conception. Based on this, it is necessary to reconstruct divine teachings (theology) through research on the meaning of taksu, especially taksu pregina (artists) in Hindu society in Denpasar City.

Based on this description, this research discusses the meaning of taksu in Hindu society in Denpasar City, Hindu Theological Studies. The aim of this research is to find out, explain and analyze the meaning of taksu in Hindu society in Denpasar City. The theory used in analyzing the problem formulation in this research is symbol theory. This research uses scientific methods, literature study, observation and interviews.

The meaning of taksu found in fulfilling the spiritual needs of the Hindu community in Denpasar City is: (1) the religious meaning as a symbol of all artists' activities (pregina) to build and awaken the power of taksu which is classified as a religious activity, (2) the meaning of bhakti as a symbol of all artists' activities (pregina) to build and awaken the power of taksu carried out with a sense of devotion as a form of offering to God, (3) aesthetic meaning as a symbol of all the artist's activities (pregina) to build and awaken the power of taksu is very full of aesthetic values originating from religion Hinduism (4) means respecting time as a symbol that time is a very valuable thing, a blessing and gift from God given to every human being. , and (5) the meaning of work professionalism as a symbol for humans to work in their profession (gina) in accordance with the talents (guna) they have had since birth.

PANCA SATYA OF HANUMAN CHARACTER IN THE RAMAYANA

2024-04-25T10:15:30+08:00

Various sources of yoga literature that are still relevant today are used by yoga practitioners and academics in developing this realm of logical and practical thinking, such as: Vedanta, Bhagavad Gita, Siva Samhita, Yoga Vasista, Goraksasatakam, Gheranda Samhita, Hatha Yoga Pradipika, Sutra Patanjali, Upanishads, Ramayana, Mahabrata and various Balinese local wisdom belonging to the Sivaistik lontars. These sources of yoga literature make yoga not only traceable through its practical aspects but also allow for a search of the philosophical aspects of yoga implied in these literary sources so that yoga academics and practitioners can increase their knowledge and understanding of the scope of yoga teachings. This study aims to analyze the depth of the philosophy and practice of yoga contained in the Siva Samhita. The theories used are the theory of philosophy and semiotic theory. This study uses the method of collecting documents and literature. The data analysis technique was carried out qualitatively by describing it descriptively. The results of this study indicate that: (1) the study of yoga metaphysics contained in the Siva Samhita script is a study of God, maya, the soul, the microcosm of the body, and the nature of karma; (2) the study of the epistemology of yoga in the Siva Samhita script covers the nature of knowledge, the importance of the role teacher and the nature of liberation.

YOGA PHILOSOPHY IN SIVA SAMHITA SCRIPT

2024-08-05T09:45:13+08:00

SUSAN CRAWFORD SULLIVAN’S REFORM OF PROFESSIONAL ETHICS AND LIVING FAITH: A Literature Content Analysis

2024-10-21T07:28:42+08:00

Faith is one of the objects of study in Living Religion studies that highlight religious beliefs experienced in the everyday lives of individuals in society. This research applies content analysis and uses two objects: various articles on the relationship between religion, welfare, and work ethic as material objects, and Susan Crawford Sullivan’s theory in Chapter Three of the book Living Faith: everyday religion and mothers in poverty (2011) as the formal object. Sullivan’s theory is used as a lens to examine several articles. The sentence in the final paragraph, “poor working mothers, mothers caring for their children, or single mothers – will connect with Congregations, labor unions, political organizations, or communities that can help them fight fo better opportunities and work environments” summarizes Sullivan’s theory on the reform of professional ethics. Living faith in professional societies should live in the nation’s work ethic, the work of the Church and religious communities, the purgatorial code of ethics for welfare stakeholders, the morality of religious elites and commoners, and within the mothers who are occupied and vocationally dedicated to adequately prospering “now” in this world.

THE INFLUENCE OF ONLINE GAMES ON LEARNING MOTIVATION, SOCIAL INTERACTION AND HINDU RELIGIOUS BEHAVIOR IN CLASS XI SMA (SLUA) SARASWATI 1 DENPASAR

2024-04-25T05:51:48+08:00

This online game is a modern game that has become a trend nowadays and its fans range from children to adults. With the rise of online games among students, the author visited SMA (SLUA) Saraswati 1 Denpasar. Why was SMA (SLUA) Saraswati 1 Denpasar chosen, because SMA (SLUA) Saraswati 1 Denpasar is the oldest private high school in Denpasar, and to this day still exists among the community. The location of SMA (SLUA) Saraswati 1 Denpasar is in the city center and around it there are places to play online games. Based on several research results, it was found that online games have an influence on learning motivation, social interaction, student behavior, therefore this research wants to prove 1. Is there an influence of online games on student learning motivation? 2. Is there an influence of online games on students' social interactions? 3. Is there an influence of online games on students' religious behavior? This research design is quantitative research. Data collection methods use questionnaires, observation and literature. Data analysis uses inferential statistical analysis, namely regression. The results of hypothesis testing regarding the influence between Online Games and Learning Motivation show that the research hypothesis has been tested, namely that there is a positive influence of Online Games on the Learning Motivation of class 11 students at SLUA Saraswati Denpasar, statistically proven by the results of linear regression analysis where the t_count value is 19.682 while the t_table is 1.960. Because t_table is smaller than t_count (1.960 <19.682) and significance (sig.) 0.000 < 0.05 so H0 is rejected and Ha is accepted. This means that there is a significant positive influence of the Online Game variable (X) on Learning Motivation (Y1). There is an influence of online games on social interaction. The results of the hypothesis test show that the t_count value is 13,682, while the t_table is 1.960. Because t_table is smaller than t_count (1.960<13,682) and significance (sig.) 0.000 <0.05, there is a significant positive influence of the Online Game variable (X) on social interaction (Y2). There is an influence between online games on students' religious behavior. Hypothesis test results show that the t_count value is 14,734 while t_table is 1.960. Because t_table is smaller than t_count (1.960<14,734) and significance (sig.) 0.000 <0.05. This means that Ho is rejected and Ha is accepted, so there is a significant positive influence of the Online Game variable (X) on Hindu Religious Behavior (Y3).

INTEGRATING ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION FOR HIGH SCHOOLS IN BALI BASED ON TRI HITA KARANA CONCEPT

2024-10-24T05:22:30+08:00

The right to a healthy environment is fundamental for every Indonesian citizen, yet environmental challenges persist. Addressing these issues is not solely the government's responsibility; educational institutions also play a vital role. Schools must nurture future generations with the knowledge, skills, and ethics needed to promote sustainability. The government’s strategy to raise environmental awareness includes integrating environmental education into curricula. This education aims to develop individuals who can actively contribute to environmental protection for both present and future generations. A suitable model for this integration is education based on the values of Tri Hita Karana (THK). THK emphasizes (1) nature preservation, (2) maintaining a healthy school environment, (3) ensuring school cleanliness, and (4) nurturing plant life. By embedding these values into education, schools can enhance students' awareness of environmental protection and empower them to contribute actively to sustainability efforts.

THE DYNAMICS OF THE NGABEN CEREMONY IN BANJAR JADI BABAKAN, BANJAR ANYAR VILLAGE, KEDIRI , TABANAN REGENCY

2023-07-26T14:21:16+08:00

NGANGKID RITUAL AT THE MASS NELUBULANIN CEREMONY IN KEROBOKAN TRADITIONAL VILLAGE, KUTA UTARA DISTRICT, BADUNG DISTRICT

2024-10-24T04:52:56+08:00

This article descriptively describes the principle of unification of the ngangkid ritual at the mass nelubulanin ceremony in the Kerobokan Traditional Village includes The system for implementing the ngangkid ritual at mass nelubulanin ceremonies includes :Historical factors of the ngangkid ritual which cannot be separated from magical and mystical experiences, Continuing ancestral heritage, namely an identity that must be maintained and inherited, Community support, which is one of the rituals that gets support from the community; and Community belief as the embodiment of atmanastuti. The system for implementing the ngangkid ritual at mass nelubulanin ceremonies includes : The literary sources used are Catur Veda Samhita, Adi Parwa Mahabharata, Tutur Gong Besi, and Tutur Kahuripan Lan Kamoksan. Facilities and offerings in the form of jukung-jukungan, axis, banten pengangkidan,banten pengresikan pejati, Daksina gede, holy, serodan, sweetening. Participants are 170 participants. The leader is a Pandita. The procession begins with pengaksama and pangastawa, nganyud jukung-jukungan, pamuspaan, murwadaksina. Time and place of implementation, namely not taking pasah and titi buwuk. The implications and meaning of Hindu theology for the ngangkid ritual are The implications of tattwa include widhi tatwa and samsara tattwa, Moral implications, namely forming the personality of the person being held at the ceremony, The implications of awareness in society, namely awareness of wisdom, Socio-cultural implications, namely mutual cooperation, Economic implications, namely the existence of an economic turnaround, Innovation Implications, namely a new breakthrough carried out en mass.