Pesijuk as a Manifestation of Divine Light: An Analysis of Illuminationist Philosophy on the Spiritual Tradition of the Gayo Community
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This research explores the Pesijuk ritual of the Gayo community in the Aceh highlands through Suhrawardi’s Illuminationist philosophical framework. The study aims to uncover the deeper metaphysical and spiritual significance of Pesijuk, which is often perceived merely as a cultural or traditional ceremony. Employing a qualitative library research design combined with philosophical interpretation, the study examines symbolic elements such as rice, flour, and flower water within Suhrawardi’s theories of the hierarchy of light and presential knowledge. The analysis reveals that Pesijuk transcends its ritualistic and social dimensions, functioning instead as a spiritual process of purification and enlightenment that unites the material and transcendent realms. Ultimately, this study concludes that Pesijuk represents a harmonious integration between Gayo’s indigenous wisdom and the divine illumination inherent in Islamic philosophy, serving as a vibrant example of contextualized spirituality that reflects the dynamic synthesis of culture and faith within the Indonesian archipelago.
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