Philosophy of Ketupat and Opor: the spreading of islamic preaching through local culinary in Java Island

The dish of Ketupat and Opor has played a significant role in the spread of Islamic preaching. This traditional dish has been used as a means of reaching the local population through their stomachs, incorporating Islamic teachings into local culinary practices. This paper aims to explore the philoso...

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Authors: Suroyo, Suroyo (Author) ; Fredyarini Soedjiwo, Novena Ade (Author) ; Entas, Derinta (Author) ; Putra, Bima Maulana (Author)
Format: Electronic Article
Language:English
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Published: Taylor and Francis Group 2023
In: Culture and religion
Year: 2023, Volume: 23, Issue: 2, Pages: 180-204
Further subjects:B Opor
B Javanese
B Preaching
B Culinary
B Islamic holiday
B Ketupat
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Summary:The dish of Ketupat and Opor has played a significant role in the spread of Islamic preaching. This traditional dish has been used as a means of reaching the local population through their stomachs, incorporating Islamic teachings into local culinary practices. This paper aims to explore the philosophical implications of the spread of Islamic preaching through local culinary practices in Java Islands, with a focus on the dish of Ketupat and Opor. This is a qualitative method with library study, the instruments are observation and documentation. The paper draws on a combination of anthropological and philosophical approaches to explore the significance of Ketupat and Opor in the context of Islamic preaching in the Java Islands. Results found the dish has been used as a means of incorporating Islamic teachings into local culinary practices, creating a uniquely Javanese form of Islamic practice that resonates with the local population. In conclusion, the dish has become an important part of Javanese cultural and religious celebrations. The combination of Ketupat and Opor has become an important symbol of unity and togetherness and has helped to create a strong sense of community among Javanese Muslims.
ISSN:1475-5629
Contains:Enthalten in: Culture and religion
Persistent identifiers:DOI: 10.1080/14755610.2024.2312125