Dinamika Peradaban dan Kebudayaan Islam di Indonesia (Studi Kasus Tradisi Tabuik di Minangkabau)

Abstract

Indonesia possesses a rich cultural diversity shaped by the interaction between local traditions and Islamic values. One tradition that reflects this dynamic is the Tabuik Tradition in Pariaman City, West Sumatra. This study aims to analyze the history and formation process of the Tabuik Tradition, the factors contributing to its development within a predominantly Sunni Muslim society, the reasons for its preservation, the positive values embedded in the tradition, and its role as a cultural identity and Islamic heritage. The research employs a library research method with a descriptive qualitative approach. Data were collected through documentation studies of academic books, scientific journal articles, previous research findings, and official documents relevant to the study. The collected data were analyzed using content analysis based on the theoretical perspectives of cultural acculturation, local wisdom, and socio-cultural functions. The findings reveal that the Tabuik Tradition is the result of a harmonious acculturation process between Islamic culture from South India and the local Minangkabau culture. Its sustainability is supported by historical, cultural, social, and institutional factors that work synergistically within the Pariaman community. Beyond serving as a symbol of local cultural identity, Tabuik functions as a medium for intergenerational transmission of cultural values, social solidarity, education, economic development, and tourism promotion. The tradition embodies significant values such as religiosity, mutual cooperation, artistic creativity, and respect for Islamic history, making it an important cultural heritage that deserves preservation. Therefore, collaboration among government institutions, educational organizations, cultural communities, media, and academics is essential to strengthen the preservation, development, promotion, and scholarly study of the Tabuik Tradition so that it remains relevant and sustainable as part of Indonesia’s cultural identity and Islamic civilization.