The Besoyong Mantra in Ngumo Activity of The Paser Indigenous People from The Perspective of Literary Archaeomythology

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10.2991/978-94-6463-376-4_13How to use a DOI?

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Besoyong; cultural preservation; literary archaeomythology; ngumo; Paser indigenous people

Abstract

The besoyong mantra in ngumo (farming) activities is a series of ritual activities owned by the Paser indigenous people. This paper aims to describe the besoyong mantra in ngumo activities that have a significant role or function for the Paser indigenous people. The approach used is literary archaeomythology, an interdisciplinary approach that collaborates elements of archeology, mythology, and literature. This approach is used to explore the cultural heritage and ritual practices that are believed and carried out by the Paser indigenous people. Primary data were inventoried using in-depth interview techniques with Mulung, a custom leader, and a cultivator who understands and carries out some activities. Secondary data was obtained through library study techniques. Data analysis was carried out using a literary archaeomythology approach regarding understanding the context of history, culture, and beliefs which are the factors causing the use of the besoyong mantra in ngumo activities. The results of the study show that the besoyong mantra has a significant role in ngumo activities. The besoyong mantra is believed by the Paser indigenous people as a medium to connect or communicate with the spirits of their ancestors and other supernatural entities. The besoyong mantra in ngumo activities is now almost extinct. This is because, in the digital era, the development of technology and communication has resulted in social changes, including the lifestyle and entertainment consumption of the Paser indigenous people. This research can be used as a basis for efforts to preserve and develop culture as an ancestral heritage that is full of local wisdom.

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