Halalbihalal Tradition in Java 2010-2015

摘要

This article discusses the halalbihalal tradition among Javanese Muslims that was held only at the time of Eid al-Fitr, whereas the behavior of mutual forgiveness and kinship (silaturahmi) which became the character of the tradition, could be done at any time. This research aimed at finding out of the cultural power behind halalbihalal tradition among Muslims in Java, Indonesia that was held every year after Eid al-Fitr between the years 2010-2015. To reach the goal, the writer did an analysis with qualitative research method and using religious and anthropological approach. This approach was used because halalbihalal had relation to religion aspect and human behavior which was the subject of the tradition. The result of this research showed that there were two factors constructing the cultural power. Those two factors were religion and anthropology factor. From the results of research, there was a religious view among Muslims that they had an obligation to apologize to others for their speech or deeds that might have to disturb other's feelings. In addition, there were also anthropological phenomena that shaped human behavior in halalbihalal activities so that it became a tradition. In conclusion, there was a cultural power behind the halalbihalal tradition which was the root of the strengthening of the tradition. The atmosphere of Eid al-Fitr which came after fasting in Ramadan month, was the most appropriate moment for halalbihalal activities. The behavior of mutual forgiveness and kinship in halalbihalal tradition could complement the worship that had been done in the Ramadan month. The impact was that the halalbihalal activity could be carried out every year after Eid al-Fitr and the form of activities also varied.