Santrinization and Egalitarian Spirit: A Case Study of Santri Village Community in Jombang, Indonesia

Abstract

This research focus is tradition changes to illustrate the developments movement the meaning of society cultural identity. This research uses qualitative approach. The unit analysis is individual. The experiences of research subject, both in internal and existential condition, become main concern. The findings show that religious traditions of tahlilan in village communities are experiencing Santrinization in association with sociality typology of their lifestyle. Religious tradition generally is based on a loose grid, but emphasized on strong group bond, or a manifestation of egalitarianism principle.

Keywords: Santrinization, tahlilan, cultural identity, egalitarian.

DOI: 10.7176/HRL/48-04