Religiousness in Javanese Language and Culture Communication

A Sociopragmatic Study in Java Island, Indonesia

Bibliographic Data

ID19188685
AuthorsMuhammad Rohmadi (0000-0003-0623-5567, Sebelas Maret University, corresponding author), Prasetyo Adi Wisnu Wibowo (0009-0003-7593-6612, Sebelas Maret University), Memet Sudaryanto (0000-0003-4873-3310, Jenderal Soedirman University), Kundharu Saddhono (0000-0001-8720-7343), Indriyo Sukmono (0000-0002-3962-9338, Sebelas Maret University)
Year2025
Volume7
Issue1
Pages19-37
Publication date2025-06-16
Open AccessYes
TypeARTICLE
VenueInternational Journal on Culture History and Religion (JOURNAL)
Journal identifiersISSN: 3028-1318 • E-ISSN: 3028-1318
PublisherPhilippine Association for the Sociology of Religion (PUBLISHER)
DOI10.63931/ijchr.v7i1.112
OpenAlexW4411324783
LanguageEN
Citations received2
References cited27

This research aims to explore religious aspects in the Javanese language through a sociopragmatic approach, focusing on the regions of Central Java, East Java, and Yogyakarta in Java Island. The study examines how religious elements are reflected in the daily use of the Javanese language, both in spoken and written forms. The research methods used include observation, interviews, and document analysis to collect comprehensive data. The study reveals that religious aspects in the Javanese language not only reflect the beliefs and religious practices of the Javanese people but also play a crucial role in shaping social interactions and language structure. Religious elements are evident in various contexts, such as the use of specific terms in formal and informal communication, the expression of prayers or gratitude, and the use of language as a medium in religious rituals. The findings indicate that the Javanese language possesses interconnected social and spiritual functions, enriching the understanding of the relationship between language and culture. This research also contributes to sociolinguistic and pragmatic studies, particularly in understanding the role of language as a reflection of deeply rooted religious values in society. Consequently, this research opens further discussions on the preservation of the Javanese language as a cultural heritage rich in religious values

Java · Linguistics · Programming language · Sociology · Computer Science · Cultural and Artistic Studies · Cultural and Educational Studies · History · Linguistics and Language Analysis · Philosophy

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