The Sabu Tribe's Concept of Culture and Traditions Through the Perspective of Feminist Theology

Authors

  • Amelia Wila Institut Agama Kristen Negeri Kupang
  • Ezra Tari Institut Agama Kristen Negeri Kupang https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9904-6612
  • Abdiel Enrique Sánchez Revilla Universidad Autónoma de Querétaro

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.46445/jtki.v6i2.1044

Keywords:

feminist theology, puru culture and tradition, sabu tribe

Abstract

This research examines the culture and traditions of the Sabu tribe through a feminist theological perspective to understand how women are positioned in a social system that is often associated with patriarchy. Although injustice against women is still found in various cultural practices in Indonesia, research findings show that the puru tradition  actually presents the value of equality and respect. Using a descriptive qualitative method, this study found that puru functions as a protection mechanism for women from harassment, prejudice, and immoral acts. This tradition is in line with the Christian teaching of God's just love and respect for human dignity. Through puru, Sabu women gain space to determine their own way of life, develop as a whole person, and enjoy equal rights with men. Thus, women are seen as independent individuals and have control over their existence and future.

Author Biography

Abdiel Enrique Sánchez Revilla, Universidad Autónoma de Querétaro

 

 

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Published

2025-12-11

How to Cite

Wila, A., Tari, E., & Revilla, A. E. S. (2025). The Sabu Tribe’s Concept of Culture and Traditions Through the Perspective of Feminist Theology. Jurnal Teologi Kontekstual Indonesia, 6(2), 81–91. https://doi.org/10.46445/jtki.v6i2.1044