The Lonto Leok tradition as a means of conflict resolution among the Manggarai people in Pong La’o
Keywords:
Lonto Leok, Local Wisdom, Cultural AnthropologyAbstract
This study examines the philosophical and sociocultural functions of the Lonto Leok tradition a form of customary deliberation used for conflict resolution among the indigenous community of Pong La’o Village, Ruteng District, Manggarai Regency. This tradition embodies local wisdom, passed down through generations to maintain communal harmony amidst social diversity. Employing a qualitative method with a cultural anthropology approach, the research explores the symbolic significance of the circular seating arrangement within the Mbaru Gendang (traditional house), presided over by the Tua Gendang (customary leader). The findings indicate that Lonto Leok represents principles of egalitarianism and social cohesion, effectively dissolving hierarchies based on status or age. Fundamentally, this customary forum serves as an effective channel for expressing aspirations, facilitating the resolution of social, economic, and even formal legal disputes through consensus. The success of this tradition is rooted in the life philosophy of teu ca ambo, muku ca puu, which binds the Manggarai people to move forward together in unity of thought, heart, and spirit—to preserve the social integration of the village.
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