AN ANALYSIS OF CHARACTER VALUES IN EMPO POTI MESE AND LANUR AGU TIMUNG TE’E FOLKLORES OF MANGGARAI PEOPLE IN MANGGARAI LANGUAGE

Windy Car

doi:10.20961/gqce0c64

Authors

Windy Car Nusa Cendana University, Kupang, Indonesia Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.20961/gqce0c64

Keywords:

Character values, Empo Poti Mese, Lanur Agu Timung Te'e, Manggarai Folklore, Qualitative analysis

Abstract

This research entitled "An Analysis of Character Values in Empo Poti Mese and Lanur Agu Timung Te'e Folklores of Manggarai People in Manggarai Language”, explores the character values embedded in two Manggarai folktales: Empo Poti Mese and Lanur Agu Timung Te'e. The research aims to identify the character values and analyze the comparison of character values cointained in the folktales Empo Poti Mese and Lanur Agu Timung Te'e. This research uses a descriptive qualitative method with text analysis as the main approach. Text analysis is conducted to identify and interpret the character values contained in the folklores Empo Poti Mese and Lanur Agu Timung Te'e. The analysis reveals that both folktales reflect various character values deeply rooted in the cultural context of the Manggarai people, such as intelligence, justice, cooperation, perseverance, appreciation of beauty and cultural preservation. The study also finds that Empo Poti Mese emphasizes the value of courage, while Lanur Agu Timung Te'e highlights the values of wisdom and loyalty. This research contributes to a deeper understanding of the cultural significance of Manggarai folktales and their role in shaping character values.

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