Qualitative analysis identifies conflict-mitigation strategies in Acehnese oral tradition to enhance community harmony.
Key Points
This study aims to model conflict mitigation based on the traditional proverbs of the Acehnese people to prevent social disputes.
Qualitative approach using descriptive-analytical textual method
Analysis of widely known and documented hadih maja proverbs
Identification of conflict-mitigation principles from proverbs
Identified six key principles of conflict mitigation from hadih maja: yielding, deliberation, arbitration, convention, mediation, and non-interference.
Proverbs promote harmony within households, peaceful community relations, and reconciliation with authorities.
Advocates for the preservation and practice of hadih maja to prevent social disparities and conflicts.