Cultural traditional and special rituals related to the health in Bugis Ethnics Indonesia

Abstract

OBJECTIVE: Health problems are complex problems the resultant of various environmental problems that are natural and man-made, socio-cultural, behavior, population, and genetics. METHOD: This research is a qualitative type with an ethnographic approach which is also supported by a phenomenological approach. RESULTS: In the Ammatoa Kajang tribe, there are 4 special rituals related to health, namely Panganro (safety of the world and the hereafter and disease outbreaks), Andingingi (avoiding disasters), Allisa'EreTallasa (health and safety of children), and Abbolesimaja (healing of diseases in children). The Towani Tolotang tribe has a Perrynyameng ritual, Sipulung ritual which aims to ask for protection, happiness, and health. Massempe attractions to test leg strength in children. CONCLUSIONS: Perceptions of the concept of illness, health, and the diversity of types of rituals used to repel disease are formed through a process of socialization which is hereditary believed and believed to be true.