BUILDING LOCAL THEOLOGY

The Acculturation of Christian Values through the Interpretation of Tari Moyo in Nias Society

https://doi.org/10.59361/tevunah.v2i2.31

Authors

  • Setiaman Larosa Institut Agama Kristen Negeri Manado, Indonesia

Keywords:

Acculturation of Christian Values, Contextual Hermeneutics, Contextual Theology, Moyo Dance, Nias Culture

Abstract

This study stems from the need to understand the potential of Moyo Dance as a medium for acculturating Christian values within the cultural context of the Nias community. Moyo Dance, with its cultural elements such as movements, song lyrics, costumes, musical instruments, and folklore, reflects universal values that resonate with the teachings of the Gospel. This research aims to reinterpret these elements in the light of contextual theology. The method employed is library research, with data collected through literature reviews of books, journal articles, and relevant documents. The data were analyzed using a contextual hermeneutic approach, specifically the anthropological model of Stephen B. Bevans. The findings reveal that cultural elements in Moyo Dance can be integrated with Christian values such as love, sacrifice, courage, and joy, creating harmony between faith and local culture. These findings underscore the importance of contextual theology in fostering relevant and authentic spirituality.

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Published

27-11-2024

How to Cite

Larosa, Setiaman. “BUILDING LOCAL THEOLOGY: The Acculturation of Christian Values through the Interpretation of Tari Moyo in Nias Society”. TEVUNAH: Jurnal Teologi dan Pendidikan Kristen 2, no. 2 (November 27, 2024): 151–174. Accessed June 21, 2025. https://jurnal.stak-luwukbanggai.ac.id/index.php/jt/article/view/31.

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