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Murop's Animism

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At that time, my father had a project in the Wentira area. I had passed the coffee plantation area mentioned by these last two friends several times. So, why does Uwentia mean Uwentira City? The Balinese are an ethnic group inhabiting the island of Bali, speaking the Balinese language and following Balinese culture. In West Java, they are found primarily in the regencies of Indramayu and Cirebon. The Madurese are a large ethnic group in Indonesia, numbering around 20 million. Several cities in Kalimantan, such as Sampit and Sambas, experienced ethnic riots involving Madurese due to social disparities. However, these disparities have now subsided, and the Madurese and local residents have returned to harmony. Sang Hyang Surawisesa, or King Samian, was the first king in the Indonesian archipelago to establish diplomatic relations with another nation in the 15th century, dealing with the Portuguese in Malacca. Popular wayang stories today are often inspired by Hindu culture from India, su...

Lepki's Animism

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These values ​​include religious values ​​that reflect the deep connection between the Uma people and the universe and the spirits they believe in. Further findings reveal the value of Uma wisdom as indigenous tourism in Muntei Village, South Siberut District, Mentawai Islands Regency. These values ​​include religious values ​​that connect humans with nature and spirits, mutual cooperation that strengthens social solidarity, and cultural values ​​reflected in traditional art and rituals, as well as the beauty radiated in Uma designs and traditional dances. To the east of Yahukimo Regency, areas such as the Pegunungan Bintang Regency and Lepki are also found. The influence of globalization has significantly impacted local culture, and the conflict between ancestral traditions and modern values ​​introduced in a globalized world, along with easy access to technology and social media, also threatens the uniqueness and sustainability of local wisdom.