Political Culture Of “Papaseki” (Uncle Bladder) In Lio Ethnic TraditionsNgalukodjaVillage MauroleDistrict In Ende Regency
Journal Title: IOSR Journal of Humanities and Social Science - Year 2018, Vol 23, Issue 4
Abstract
The aim of this study is to describe the political culture of Papaseki (uncle bladder) in Lio ethnic traditions in Ngalukodja village Ende regency. The method used is qualitative with descriptive data analysis holistic. The results showed that, political culture of Papaseki (uncle bladder) in Lio ethnic tradition was implemented in various aspects of life.PapasekiinLio ethnic is the leader of the family members consisted of some families in one descent, and the one who served as papa seki must be a male heir. Lio society believes that the position of men is higher within the family relationships. Family members who are under the shade of papa seki must honor, respect and uphold the values of customs, even though papa seki has errors, mistakes. Position of papa sekiwhich is regarded as parents (ancestors) makes its position very strategicand powerful to be in every single event done by a particular group of family known in Lio language asPijepu’u rate “tree at the bottom close to its roots”, the phrase has the highest philosophical value „tree roots seen as part of a living tree or in an earlier paired in uncle bladder. While, branches and leaves refered to a family member. Therefore, papaseki is very respected and appreciated by customary group and in daily life of Lio society more fearful and obedient to papa sekithantheirbiological parents.
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Dr. Zainur Wula
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