Sejarah KAHARINGAN ! Agama Asli Suku Dayak Yang Hampir Punah di Telan Zaman

Summary

This video explores the Kaharingan belief system of the Dayak tribe in Kalimantan, Indonesia. Rooted in animism, Kaharingan emphasizes the worship of a supreme deity (Ranying Hatalla Langit) and ancestral traditions. The religion has faced challenges in gaining official recognition due to Indonesia's religious requirements, with many adherents integrating with Hinduism. Over time, the influence of other religions like Islam and Christianity has led to a decline in Kaharingan practices. Despite this, some Dayak communities continue to maintain their traditional beliefs, while the struggle for formal recognition persists.

Takeaways

• 😀 Kaharingan is the indigenous belief system of the Dayak tribe in Kalimantan, Indonesia, symbolizing life and growth, with the term 'Kaharingan' meaning 'water of life.'
• 😀 The religion believes in a supreme god, Ranying Hatalla Langit, and has been passed down through generations within the Dayak community.
• 😀 Kaharingan was categorized under Hinduism by the Indonesian government in 1980, becoming known as Hindu Kaharingan.
• 😀 Tjilik Riwut first introduced the Kaharingan religion in 1944, and it was later referenced by the Japanese occupation in 1945 as the Dayak religion.
• 😀 Despite its integration into Hinduism, Kaharingan has its own unique practices, including prayers, ceremonies like Tawur, and religious texts such as Panaturan.
• 😀 Kaharingan practitioners are still fighting for formal recognition as an independent religion in Indonesia, distinct from Hinduism.
• 😀 The Dayak community's adherence to their indigenous beliefs has been challenged by the rise of Christianity and Islam, which many Dayaks have converted to over the years.
• 😀 The Meratus Dayak community in South Kalimantan experienced difficulties with identity documentation due to the lack of recognition for their indigenous religion in official government systems.
• 😀 Dayak tribal history shows a blend of religious influences, with Hinduism and Buddhism entering Kalimantan around the 1st century AD and influencing local practices.
• 😀 Many Dayaks have converted to Christianity or Islam over the years, but a small percentage of the community still maintains the Kaharingan religion, preserving their cultural identity.
• 😀 Despite external religious influences, Kaharingan's ceremonies, such as agricultural rituals and harvest festivals, remain a vital aspect of Dayak life and culture.

Q & A

What is Kaharingan and where is it practiced?

Kaharingan is a native belief system or religion of the Dayak tribe in Kalimantan, Indonesia. It is often referred to as the religion of the Dayak people and is practiced primarily in the regions of Kalimantan.

How did Kaharingan come to be classified under Hinduism by the Indonesian government?

In 1980, the Indonesian government categorized Kaharingan as a sub-branch of Hinduism, also known as Hindu Kaharingan, due to the government’s requirement for citizens to adhere to one of the officially recognized religions.

Who first introduced the concept of Kaharingan and when?

The concept of Kaharingan was first introduced by Tjilik Riwut in 1944 when he served as the Resident of Sampit, located in Banjarmasin.

What are the primary religious texts and practices associated with Kaharingan?

The main religious texts of Kaharingan include the Panaturan, Talatah Basarah, and Tawur. These texts guide the practices of worship, including prayers and agricultural ceremonies like the sowing of rice.

Why are Kaharingan adherents still fighting for recognition in Indonesia?

Despite being categorized under Hinduism, Kaharingan has not been fully recognized as a standalone religion in Indonesia. This lack of recognition causes difficulties for adherents, especially in areas such as official documentation like national ID cards.

How has the Dayak tribe’s religion evolved over time?

The Dayak tribe’s original religious practices, such as Kaharingan, have been influenced by the introduction of Hinduism, Buddhism, Christianity, and Islam over the centuries. Many Dayaks have converted to these other religions, though a small percentage still maintain the original Kaharingan faith.

What role does customary law play in Dayak communities practicing Kaharingan?

In Dayak villages where Kaharingan is practiced, traditional Dayak customary law, which is based on their belief system, governs many aspects of community life. In other areas influenced by Islam or Christianity, the local customary laws may be more aligned with the dominant religions.

How did foreign influences, such as colonialism and missionaries, affect the spread of Christianity among the Dayak people?

Christianity was introduced to the Dayak people through missionaries during the colonial period. Despite initial resistance due to the Dayaks’ strong adherence to Kaharingan, Christianity gradually spread, especially in urban areas and coastal regions, but the religion never fully supplanted Kaharingan.

What historical events in Kalimantan impacted the religious and cultural identity of the Dayak people?

Significant historical events, such as the destruction of the Banjar palace in 1612 by the Dutch and attacks by other foreign powers, influenced the Dayaks’ religious and cultural identity, leading them to be suspicious of outsiders, including Christian missionaries.

How has the influence of other religions like Islam and Christianity affected the Dayak tribe’s practice of Kaharingan?

Over time, many Dayak people have converted to Christianity and Islam, with the majority now practicing these religions. However, some communities, especially in rural or isolated areas, continue to maintain their Kaharingan beliefs, though they are a minority.