Hermeneutics Study and Educational Value of Suluk Wayang Surakarta Style
Abstract
Wayang is an originating art form from Javanese culture. The purpose of this research is to describe and explain in more depth about the Suluk Wayang Surakarta. This study of suluk discusses the forms and meanings of the Wayang Surakarta style reviewed from the perspective of the language used. Furthermore, the philosophy of the Wayang Surakarta style is also discussed. This study uses qualitative methods to describe and explain the form and meaning in the Wayang Surakarta style, the philosophy, and assess the value of education. The results of this study show that the language in the Suluk Wayang Surakarta is in the form of an archaic language which contains prayers to the Almighty God. Suluk also has a distinctive tone, different from suluk from other regions because it is influenced by the Surakarta Palace. The philosophy contained in this suluk comes from Javanese culture and reflects the personality and character of the Javanese community. The implications of this study contribute to the wealth of local wisdom of Javanese culture and religious values in character education.
Keywords
Wayang, Hermeneutic, Educational Value, Suluk, Surakarta