PASSAPU SA’DAN-TORAJA

Abstract

This study aims to identify artifacts of cultural products in the community within the ethnic scope of Bugis-Makassar-Toraja related to the origin, variety of forms, characteristics (identification tools) formed from the results of intangible cultural products. Especially in Sa'dan-Toraja ethnicity. The identification of cultural products is intended to make the perimeter boundaries of culture as a characteristic. This method of constructing identity is intended as a form of accountability for the indigenous community towards the formation of the character characteristics and attitudes of members of the cultural community towards the surrounding cultural community. Sociologically it is a form of cultural exclusions for cultural communities in the Bugis-Makassar-Toraja ethnic entity. Where these characters are manifestations of the conception of philosophical values and cultural philosophies of Bugis-Makassar-Toraja ethnicity summarized in "Pangadereng". The specific purpose of this study is to identify the form of 'Passapu' in the Sa'dan-Toraja ethnic group, which is known for its various names and forms, by describing the differences and reviewing the aspects and their constituent elements (Anthropological / Art Sociological Review) Results identification of this research is expected to be a scientific reference material on the intangible cultural results of the Makassar tribe.