Book

The religion of Java

Free PressGlencoe, Ill. • Published In 1960 • Pages:

By: Geertz, Clifford.

Abstract
This source is a detailed descriptive account of Javanese religion in Modjokuto. It is divided into three sections. The section on Abangan religion includes information on the slametan rituals, spirit beliefs, curing, sorcery, magic, and the Permai cult. The section on Santri religion includes information on the Santri vs. the Abangan, the development of Islam in Modjokuto, conservatives vs. moderns, the internal organization of the Santri community, Muslim law and education, and the Santri ritual pattern. The section on the religion of the Prijaji includes information on Prijaji belief and etiquette, classical and popular art, mysticism, and the mystical sects. Geertz concludes the source with a discussion of disruptive and integrative factors in this sort of religious environment.
Subjects
Organized ceremonial
Religious denominations
Theological systems
Classes
General character of religion
Ethnopsychology
Ethnosociology
Spirits and gods
Drama
Sociolinguistics
Education system
Religious intolerance and martyrs
Political parties
culture
Javanese
HRAF PubDate
2010
Region
Asia
Sub Region
Southeast Asia
Document Type
Book
Evaluation
Creator Type
Ethnologist
Document Rating
5: Excellent Primary Data
Analyst
Marlene Martin ; 1982
Field Date
1952-1954
Coverage Date
1952-1954
Coverage Place
Mojokerto, East Java, Indonesia
Notes
Clifford Geertz
Includes bibliographical references and index
LCCN
59013863
LCSH
Javanese (Indonesian people)/Java (Indonesia)--Religion