Santi Sasih Karo: Tradisi Penghormatan terhadap Leluhur pada Masyarakat Tengger

Abstrak

Santi Sasih Karo is one of the cultural traditions of the Tengger community that embodies values of respect for ancestors and contains strong religious, social, and cultural meanings. This study aims to analyze the implementation, symbolic meanings, and religious values contained in the Santi Sasih Karo tradition. This research employs a descriptive qualitative approach with data collection techniques including observation, interviews, and documentation, and analyzed from the perspective of Hindu values, particularly the concepts of Pitra Yadnya and Tri Kaya Parisudha. The results show that this tradition functions not only as a ritual of honoring ancestors but also as a medium for internalizing moral, social, and spiritual values in community life. Symbols such as petra and offerings (dandanan) contain philosophical meanings that reflect the teachings of Tri Kaya Parisudha, the concept of cosmic balance, and the harmonious relationship between humans, God, nature, and ancestors. In addition, this tradition strengthens values of togetherness, mutual cooperation, and tolerance within the community. This study implies the importance of preserving local traditions as part of strengthening cultural identity and value-based education for the younger generation.

Kata kunci

• Karo
• Santi Sasih Karo
• Tengger
• Tradition
• ancestor