Media: Jurnal Filsafat dan Teologi

The Role of Kei Culture in Preventing Religious Conflict Muslim-Christian in Southeast Moluccas

Longginus Farneubun — 2024-09-29

The situation of Indonesian society on the threshold of the third millennium, feels so anxious. The level of violence in society is quite high. Various kinds of riots, looting and crime was alarming. Among the various riots that reason, including a number of riots and violence that were pitched inter-religious hostility. There is no more reason to superficially say that there is no problem between the religions with the fact that there, especially the riots in the Moluccas and in particular in the Kei-Southeast Moluccas. What is interesting is nevertheless the enormity of the violence, specifically in Kei, conflict can be resolved quickly than in the areas of inter-religious conflict in Indonesia. This is due to the cultural influence is so strong for the people of Kei. This study will examine the importance of inter-religious dialogue with religion and local wisdom culture approach in Kei. The local wisdom of Kei culture as a basic character for preventing social conflict between religions. In analyzing the data, this study uses a qualitative approach and literature study. The results of this study indicate that inter-religious dialogue with the Kei religion and culture approach is a relevant solution for the diverse Kei society.

A Critical Comparison between Nāma-Rūpa and Cartesian Dualism: Theravāda Buddhist Anattā as a Critique of Descartes’ Cogito Ergo Sum

Galuh Nur Fattah — 2024-09-29

This research article aims to present a critical study on the comparison between the concepts of nāma-rūpa and Cartesian dualism. Nāma-rūpa is a human metaphysical and epistemological concept in Theravāda Buddhism that divides the human self into non-material (nāma) and material (rūpa) aspects. Cartesian dualism, on the other hand, is a human metaphysical concept proposed by René Descartes that also separates the aspects of human self-formation into non-material (res cogitans) and material (res extensa) components. This research article was conducted using the critical comparison method. Despite the same dualistic perspective, this study found that there are significant differences between these two metaphysical concepts. In the context of nāma-rūpa, it is found that the material and non-material aspects of human substance are in a constant state of change due to the influence of Tiḷakkhaṇa (Three Universal Characteristics or Laws) in Theravāda Buddhism. These characteristics or laws encompass Aniccā (Impermanence), Dukkhā (Suffering), and Anattā (Not Self). Therefore, it is impossible to locate the "I" or "self" as understood in Cartesian dualism, which posits the cogito (the "I who thinks") as something that truly exists.

Kepemimpinan Perempuan dalam Gereja: Membongkar Mitos dan Meninjau Realitas

Amadea Prajna Putra Mahardika — 2024-09-29

This paper aims to investigate history, analyze concrete cases, and provide an in-depth look at whether and how women can play leadership roles in the Church. The method used in this research is a literature study. The case study method was also used with Sr Ann Rose Nu Tawng from Myanmar as the subject. The important result of this research is that women's leadership in the Church has a very vital function. In fact, women's leadership has various characteristics and advantages that cannot be replaced by men. Church history has proven that. Finally, the conclusion of this paper is that women should be given more opportunities and trust to take on leadership roles in the Church for the good of the Church itself.

Kristologi Kosmik Sebagai Upaya Konsolidasi Dalam Dialektika Antara Struktur Tana’bulaan Dan Tana’kuakua Di Toraja

Wendi Triseptyadi Patandean — 2024-09-29

One of the characteristics of Toraja society is social stratification which is culturally legitimized. In social and cultural life there is a gap between Tana’ Bulaan (noble class) and Tana’ Bulaan (lower class). This article aims to find the roots of these social disparities and offers a theological solution based on Cosmic Christology as a consolidation effort. This research uses descriptive qualitative methods by collecting data through observation and interviews. Social inequality is often culturally legitimized through the mythology of the Creation Story. However, this social phenomenon also has its roots in economic factors. Understanding Cosmic Christology can be an inspiration for efforts to promote the harmony and togetherness of the two social strata. The essence of Jesus is as a powerful God and also as a human and a servant. Jesus, whose essence is God, does not intimidate or look down on humans, who are His essence.

Hakikat Manusia dan Relevansinya terhadap Isu-isu Kemanusiaan: Analisis Komparatif Filsafat Politik Thomas Hobbes dan John Locke

Fajrul Ilmy Darussalam — 2024-09-29

Humans with all their attachments seem to increasingly emphasize that humans are basically very complex creatures. This research aims to re-examine the points of contact and differences in the views of John Locke and Thomas Hobbes regarding human nature and explore the extent of their relevance to contemporary humanitarian issues. This research is library research using a comparative study model, with several methodical elements such as interpretation, internal coherence, holistic, comparison, and description. The results are 1) Locke and Hobbes' ideas have fundamental similarities in the state of nature and the social contract, namely natural rights that are inherent in every individual and require another authority for the common good; 2) Locke and Hobbes' ideas also have differences. Each other in natural conditions and the social contract, namely the source and form of authority or legitimacy that is formed, and 3) both become the main pattern in the development of the concept of government or state related to humanitarian issues such as human rights, freedom and authority.

Logika Relevans dan Apologetika Kristen: Membangun Argumen yang Logis dan Pasti

Rezeki Putra Gulo — 2024-09-29

This research discusses the importance of relevance logic in Christian apologetics for constructing logical and certain arguments. The background of the study is based on the challenges in the field of Christian apologetics in formulating a logical and certain system of arguments. The purpose of this research is to examine how relevance logic can be applied in Christian apologetics to build strong and effective arguments. The research findings were obtained through a literature review using a qualitative method, covering several related sources such as the Bible, articles, and books. The significant finding (novelty) offered by this research is that relevance logic can serve as an alternative in formulating valid and logical theological arguments in the field of Christian apologetics. Moreover, the presence of relevance logic in Christian apologetics can facilitate others in understanding the principles of the Christian faith presented through apologetic activities. Finally, relevance logic is an essential tool in Christian apologetics that can help Christians (apologists) defend their faith in a more rational and effective manner.

Konstruksi Relasi Dialog Ilmu Sosial dan Agama melalui Pendekatan Epistemologi Titus

Susan Diqrul Illahiyah — 2024-09-29

The positivistic style in the development of science in the modern period resulted in the dichotomy of science and religion and the loss of moral values, giving rise to many wars. In this case, religion is considered a moral control that maintains social harmony. This research aims to discover the relationship between social science (as a form of scientific knowledge) and religious science, as well as efforts to shape the relationship between the two. This research is a library research study using the Titus epistemological approach. This research found that firstly, the objects of study in social science and religious science are compatible with humans and their environment, even though in religion the object of study is physical and metaphysical, while in social science the object is based on reason and empirical. Second, the research methodology of social science is different from religious science except in the case of hermeneutics. Third, the concept of validity between the two is different. From these three findings, it can be concluded that the ‘dialogue’ relations between social science and religious science in terms of epistemology is in humans and their environment, and the existence of hermeneutics in its methodology.