Islamic Values of Sura Ceremony Done by Samin People in Jepang, Margomulyo, Bojonegoro as Character Education for Undergraduates

Abstract

The aims of this research are to describe: (1) the practices, (2) the intentions, and (3) the Islamic values of Sura ceremony done by Samin people in Jepang, Margomulyo, Bojonegoro. This research was considered as descriptive qualitative research. The data were collected through observation, interview, and document analysis. The object of the research was religious values found in Sura ceremony done by Samin people in Jepang, Margomulyo, Bojonegoro. The data were analyzed by using descriptive qualitative and interactive technique. The research findings show that Sura ceremony is a representation of Islamic piety since the people pray and hold selamatan aimed to share with others. It means that Sura ceremony nurtures relationship either among people or between people with their God. Sura ceremony has certain intentions. It comprises religious values as it teaches people to show gratitude for the life given by God, pray for protection, and share with others. Therefore, Sura ceremony is indeed suitable to be used as character education source implemented in higher education.