An Archaeological Exploration on Religious Change in Liwa, West Lampung

Rusyanti Rusyanti; Imam Hindarto; Nurul Laili; Desril Riva Shanti; Auliana Muharini

doi:10.31291/hn.v13i1.720

Authors

Rusyanti Rusyanti National Reseach and Innovation Agency (BRIN)
Imam Hindarto National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN)
Nurul Laili National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN)
Desril Riva Shanti National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN)
Auliana Muharini National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN)

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.31291/hn.v13i1.720

Keywords:

Highland of Liwa, West Lampung, archaeology, megalith, Islamic tomb

Abstract

Mountains, hills, and highlands have long been venerated in ancient beliefs as the dwelling places of deities. West Lampung, with its sacred sites, is a prime example of such places. These sites, evidenced by numerous archaeological findings, have recorded the evolution of religious significance over time. This study aims to explore the transformation of these sacred sites and their contemporary interpretations. The main objective of this research is to explore the progression of religious shift in Liwa, West Lampung. By examining archaeological records from 2011 to 2018, this study constructs chronological narrative of the region’s early religious history. The findings reveal four prevalent patterns that encapsulate the religious transformations from the 10^th to the 19^th centuries. These patterns, derived from archaeological data and supplemented by contextual and historical analysis, indicate a shift in religious practices in this region. This shift aligns with Lewis Rambo’s model of religious change in a macro context, characterized by encounter, interaction, communication and subsequent consequences. This study, therefore, provides valuable insights into the dynamic nature of religious practices and beliefs in Liwa over centuries.

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