Abstract

This research aims to determine the use of Lontara Pananrang as a calendar system among the Bugis community in Ajubissue Village, and a review of Islamic education regarding the use of Lontara Pananrang as a calendar system in the Bugis tradition in Ajubissue Village, Sidrap Regency. The research method used is descriptive qualitative, this research data was obtained from primary and secondary data. The data collection techniques used were observation, interviews and documentation. The analysis used in this research is the Miles & Huberman Interactive Analysis Model. The analysis process in this research was carried out in four stages, namely: data collection, data reduction, data presentation, and drawing conclusions. The results of the research show that, Islamic Education Review of the use of Lontara Pananrang as a calendar system in the Bugis tradition in Ajubissue Village, Sidrap Regency, namely: Lontara Pananrang is used as a guide for choosing the right time for social, cultural, traditional and religious activities. Because natural conditions do not always benefit humans, Lontara Pananrang has a function for the people of Ajubissue Village. Its use is not only as a way of recording time, but also as a symbol of cultural identity and is closely related to the religious practices and traditional beliefs of the Bugis people. Even though it is no longer actively used, recognition of the cultural heritage value of Lontara Pananrang still exists among the community. An overview of Islamic education provides an in-depth understanding of the concept of time in Islam, including the calendar based on the Hijriyah calendar such as Lontara Pananrang, strengthening the relevance and use of local traditions in religious contexts. The important role of Islamic education in strengthening and maintaining the use of Lontara Pananrang in the Bugis tradition is highlighted in this research, integrating aspects of religion, culture and local identity in harmony, strengthening the connection of the Bugis people with their religious and cultural values