Transformation of the Mitung Dino Tradition in Kerinci: An Analysis of Al-Qur'an Ethnography and Validity

Ferry Setiawan; Hasep Saputra; Syamsul Falah

doi:10.61100/tacit.v4i3.388

Authors

Ferry Setiawan Institut Agama Islam Negeri Kerinci
Hasep Saputra Institut Agama Islam Negeri Kerinci
Syamsul Falah Institut Agama Islam Negeri Kerinci

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.61100/tacit.v4i3.388

Keywords:

Living Qur’an, Mitung Dino, Ethnography, Kerinci, 'Urf, Cultural Transformation

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the forms of transformation, the reception of the Al-Qur'an (living Qur'an), and the text-context validity of the tradition in the migratory land. Using a qualitative method that combines ethnographic and living Qur'an approaches, data were collected through participatory observation, in-depth interviews, and documentation. The results show that: (1) A transformation occurred from an ancestor-based soul-release ritual into a tahlil and prayer assembly, accompanied by linguistic acculturation, local Kerinci culinary elements, and a mutual assistance mechanism that strengthens cross-ethnic integration. (2) The Al-Qur'an is received performatively and psychologically as a medium for ihda' al-tsawab (conveying rewards) to the deceased and syifa' (comfort) for the grieving family. (3) In terms of validity, the substance of the ritual (prayer, charity, dhikr) has a strong normative foundation (naqli evidence), while the determination of the seventh day is viewed as 'urf shahih (valid social custom) as long as it is not believed to be a ta'abbudi obligation and does not overly burden the family. This study affirms that mitung dino in Kerinci is not merely syncretism, but a space for text-context dialectics that strengthens ukhuwah Islamiyah.

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