Expressions of Nationalism Among Chinese Peranakan in Java's Rural Areas
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https://doi.org/10.18502/kss.v10i10.18663Keywords:
nationalism, Chinese Peranakan, cultural acculturation, LasemAbstract
This study examines the nationalist attitudes of the Chinese Peranakan community in rural Java, Indonesia, focusing on the community in Lasem. The research explores two key questions: how nationalism is expressed among the Chinese Peranakan in Lasem and what factors influence their sense of national identity. Using qualitative methods with an ethnographic approach, data were collected through in-depth interviews and analyzed using Spradley’s cultural content analysis model. The findings reveal that the Chinese Peranakan in Lasem possess a strong sense of nationalism, viewing Indonesia their homeland while maintaining cultural respect for the People’s Republic of China (PRC) as their ancestral land. Their loyalty to Indonesia is shaped by three main factors: historical awareness, cultural accommodation, and the spirit of reform. The study concludes that their deep-rooted national identity serves as significant social capital, contributing to the development of social harmony and community cohesion.
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