Published date: Oct 08 2024

Journal Title: KnE Social Sciences

Issue title: 4th International Conference in Social Science (4th ICONISS): Governance and Poverty Alleviation

Pages: 208–216

DOI: 10.18502/kss.v9i27.17105

Lilik ‎ lilikjurnal7576@gmail.comDepartment of Social Sciences, University of Merdeka Malang, Malang

Bonaventura NgarawulaDepartment of Social Sciences, University of Merdeka Malang, Malang

Dwi SuharnokoDepartment of Social Sciences, University of Merdeka Malang, Malang

“Metri Deso” or clean village is a local wisdom tradition that needs to be preserved. Blau Hamlet, Permanu Village, Pakisaji Subdistrict held a village cleanup to thank God. This study aims to determine and analyze the success of “metri deso” in preserving local wisdom. Previous research discussed a lot about community participation as an effort to clean the village and preserve Javanese culture. This research uses a qualitative approach, with data collected through interviews, observation, and documentation. The results show that “metri deso” is a village cleaning ritual performed to preserve wisdom in the form of the nation’s religious wealth through worship and helping and showing tolerance and compassion for fellow humans. Thus, it can be concluded that in Blau hamlet of Permanu village, Pakisaji sub-district, the Javanese tradition has been well-preserved through the “metri deso” activity in the village cleaning ritual. This research contributes to adding insight into science in schools and can be used as a model for how to preserve cultural heritage in Indonesia.

Keywords: metri deso, ritual, village, wisdom

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