THE INCLUSIVE VILLAGE OF INDONESIA (INTERFAITH TOLERANCE MODEL IN BALUN VILLAGE, LAMONGAN)

Abstract

Purpose: This paper is the result of field research that aims to describe the model of tolerance among Muslims, Christians, and Hindus in the Balun Village Turi District of Lamongan Regency Indonesia. In addition, this research wants to encounter the International opinion which thinks that Lamongan as Terrorist Village. Methodology: The data are analyzed using multidisciplinary science, meaning depending on the data obtained, if obtained religious data then the analysis used is the study of religion and so forth. Result: The results of the study are: the first, Balun's religious paradigm in understanding his religious doctrines is an inclusive sub-paradigm. The second, the cultural background of tolerance in Balun is the factor of understanding the inclusive, sub-inclusive religious doctrines, pluralist political policies, tolerant socio-cultural traditions, the different religious traditions of marriage. The built tolerance models are: the first is the Plural Village Structure (Tool). The second is Multicultural (Democratic) Family, the third is “Ngaturi / Kenduri” Multicultural, the fourth is Inclusive Da'wah and the fifth is Multicultural Tombs. Balun village can be seen as an inspiration and a mirror for the people of Indonesia which are prone to conflict between people, so our hope to build a united, tolerant, progressive, peaceful and harmonious Indonesia can be realized. Applications: This research can be used for universities, teachers, and students. Novelty/Originality: In this research, the model of the inclusive village of Indonesia is presented in a comprehensive and complete manner.