Adat Basandi Syarak, Syarak Basandi Kitabullah: Philosophical Foundations of Life in the Minangkabau Community

Miftah Huljannah; Nadia Atika; Nesa Tri Cahya Putri; Riza Fajria; Rizka Putri Juliani; Pisdoni Mardianto

Authors

Miftah Huljannah Universitas Islam Negeri Mahmud Yunus Batusangkar Author
Nadia Atika Universitas Islam Negeri Mahmud Yunus Batusangkar Author
Nesa Tri Cahya Putri Universitas Islam Negeri Mahmud Yunus Batusangkar Author
Riza Fajria Universitas Islam Negeri Mahmud Yunus Batusangkar Author
Rizka Putri Juliani Universitas Islam Negeri Mahmud Yunus Batusangkar Author
Pisdoni Mardianto Universitas Islam Negeri Mahmud Yunus Batusangkar Author

Keywords:

Adat Basandi Syarak, Minangkabau, Syarak Basandi Kitabullah

Abstract

This study aims to examine the philosophy of Adat Basandi Syarak, Syarak Basandi Kitabullah as the philosophical foundation of Minangkabau society. The method used is a literature review with a qualitative descriptive approach through the analysis of various journals, books, and relevant scientific sources. The results of the study indicate that Adat Basandi Syarak, Syarak Basandi Kitabullah is a form of integration between Minangkabau customs and Islamic teachings that serve as guidelines in social life, culture, education, and the community's customary system. Values such as deliberation, mutual cooperation, politeness, and respect for others are the real implementation of this philosophy in everyday life. In addition, ABS-SBK also plays a role in shaping the character of the younger generation through education based on customary and religious values. However, modernization and globalization pose challenges to the sustainability of these values. Therefore, preservation efforts are needed through education, families, and traditional institutions so that Minangkabau cultural identity is maintained amidst the changing times.

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