The Contributions of Asian Muslims’ Local Wisdom in the Seloko Adat Jambi for Empowering Social Tolerance

Abstract

This article discusses the tolerance values in Seloko Adat Jambi as one of the treasures of Jambi society. Jambi is known as free conflict area and is classified as a plural society consisting of various beliefs, ethnic, cultural, and religious schools of thought. The tolerance of the society is inspired by tolerance values in Seloko Adat Jambi. The aims of this study are to explore the values of tolerance in Seloko Adat Jambi and to show that these values are actualized in their social life. This study uses a content analysis method that explores tolerance values in Seloko Adat Jambi texts. The findings show that empathy, friendliness, and respect others are derivative values of tolerance in Seloko Adat Jambi. In addition, the actualization of the values of tolerance is manifested in the ethical awareness of people who tend to respect others, try to prevent conflicts, resolve conflicts appropriately and thoroughly, and obey the rules that exist in society. In conclusion, the Jambi people are accustomed to the values of local wisdom which are full of values of tolerance and respect for others. All of these thoughts have shaped them into a society that avoid fanatical, extreme, and hostile attitudes.

Keywords

• seloko adat jambi, local wisdom, tolerance, respect, harmony, conflict resolution