Establishment of Healthy Living Characters and The Inheritance of Local Wisdom Values in Miduana Indigenous Communities

Abstract

Objective: The primary aim of this study is to explore the local wisdom, specifically the tetekon (rules), practiced by the Miduana indigenous people in their housing, livelihoods, and daily lifestyles. It also seeks to understand the process through which these values of local wisdom are passed down from the customary council to the younger generation in Indonesia. Theoretical Framework: The study is rooted in the understanding that indigenous communities like the Miduana people have unique traditional practices that govern their way of life. The concept of tetekon plays a central role in this community, influencing various aspects of their lives, from house construction to livelihood practices and overall life patterns. This framework considers the importance of inherited values within indigenous cultures and the role of the customary council and the community in preserving these traditions. Method: A descriptive method with qualitative characteristic data was employed for this research. Data collection involved observing daily life phenomena and conducting interviews with members of the customary council, local formal leaders, and indigenous peoples. Additionally, the study involved reviewing various library materials relevant to the phenomenon under study. Results: The findings reveal that the Miduana indigenous people actively implement tetekon in multiple aspects of their lives. Elders play a crucial role in exemplifying the preservation of local wisdom, evident in maintaining traditional house shapes, applying tetekon in rice cultivation, promoting positive thinking, and consuming healthy foods from nature. Furthermore, the transmission of local wisdom values occurs at both the family level, through interactional communication and dialogues between parents and children, and at the community level, via public communication in traditional rituals. Conclusion: This study concludes that the Miduana indigenous people's adherence to tetekon is a significant aspect of their cultural identity. The process of transmitting these values from older to younger generations is intricate, involving both familial and communal interactions. The persistent practice of these traditions among the younger generation highlights the dynamic nature of cultural transmission and the importance of indigenous wisdom in contemporary society.