DINAMIKA SOSIAL DAN BUDAYA DALAM PERAYAAN PERANG TOPAT DI LOMBOK: SEBUAH STUDI ETNOGRAFI

Abstract

This ethnographic study examines the social and cultural dynamics surrounding the Perang Topat celebration in Lombok, Indonesia. Perang Topat is a unique traditional festival that involves ritual battles using compressed rice packets. The study explores the historical origins, cultural significance, and evolving social practices associated with this annual event. Through fieldwork and interviews, the researcher investigates how Perang Topat serves as a platform for the expression of local identity, religious syncretism, and community cohesion. The findings shed light on the ways in which this traditional celebration adapts to changing societal influences while preserving its core cultural and spiritual dimensions. The paper provides insights into the complex interplay between social, religious, and cultural forces that shape the contemporary practice of Perang Topat in the Lombok region