ISLAM DAN TRADISI BARITAN

Abstract

This paper discusses the Baritan tradition in Pemalang which is done by the fishermen to pray for their safety. The method of interview and observation are used to get the important data. The tradition has been done in some generations as there is a syncretism between Islam and the local culture. Islamic teaching combined with the local structure makes the praying ritual long-lasting. Still there is a diferrence in praying for safety mission, in the past the prayer wa intended to the Spirit while nowadays it is intended to The Supreme God.