The concept of divinity in the Lio-Ende culture
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https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.10794380Keywords:
cosmic religion, harmony, social integrationAbstract
This paper deepens into the comprehension of God within the Lio-Ende tribe's cultural milieu, juxtaposing it with the perspective of the Catholic Church to discern shared elements. Employing a qualitative methodology, the research undertakes descriptive scrutiny to elucidate the notion of God in both the Lio-Ende tribal tradition and Catholicism. The investigation uncovers several salient findings. Firstly, the Lio-Ende tribe espouses a belief in Du'a Ngga'e as the Supreme Being, ascribing to it the roles of creator and sustainer of humanity and the cosmos. Secondly, parallels between the concept of God in the Catholic Church and the Lio-Ende tribal tradition emerge prominently. Lastly, the assimilation of the Lio-Ende tribe's conception of God into the Catholic framework is observed to entail a process of refinement and enrichment. This inquiry illuminates the cultural intricacies and theological convergences between indigenous spiritual beliefs and organized religion, providing valuable insights into the intricate dynamics of faith systems and their evolution across contexts.
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07-03-2024
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Siri, T. A., Fura, L., & Tamelab, P. (2024). The concept of divinity in the Lio-Ende culture. Mysterium Fidei: Journal of Asian Empirical Theology, 2(1), 35–46. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.10794380
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