REPRESENTATION OF CULTURAL AND MORAL VALUES IN ACEHEN ORAL LITERATURE: A REVIEW OF FOLKTALE LITERATURE “MISTERI BATU TERBELAH”

Authors

  • Imelda Hutabarat Universitas Bina Bangsa Getsempena
  • Gea Sabrina Putri Universitas Bina Bangsa Getsempena
  • Zakiyatul Khaira Universitas Bina Bangsa Getsempena

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.46244/jeulame.v1i1.3782

Keywords:

Cultural Values, Morals, Oral Literature, Folklore, and Misteri Batu Terbelah

Abstract

Oral literature is a folktale or fairy tale conveyed orally in an engaging language that captivates listeners. This study aims to explain the representation of cultural values ​​in morals in the Acehnese oral literature, Misteri Batu Terbelah. The method used in this study is a qualitative approach with a literature review. Data collection techniques include identification, screening, feasibility, and inclusion. Data analysis techniques include data collection, data presentation, data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing. The research findings indicate that the Acehnese folktale, Misteri Batu Terbelah, presents strong cultural and moral values, including local wisdom in utilizing nature, family structure and roles, responsibility, and the belief system of the Acehnese people. In addition, this story contains a moral message about the importance of patience, compassion, emotional control, and harmony within the family. Thus, the story functions not only as entertainment, but also as an educational medium and a means of preserving oral literature, which plays an important role in passing on the noble values ​​and cultural identity of Aceh to future generations.

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2026-02-02

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Imelda Hutabarat, Gea Sabrina Putri, & Zakiyatul Khaira. (2026). REPRESENTATION OF CULTURAL AND MORAL VALUES IN ACEHEN ORAL LITERATURE: A REVIEW OF FOLKTALE LITERATURE “MISTERI BATU TERBELAH”. Journal of Education, Language, Arts, Multicultural, and Expression, 1(1), 24–29. https://doi.org/10.46244/jeulame.v1i1.3782

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Vol. 1 No. 1 (2026): JEULAMÈ: Journal of Education, Language, Arts, Multicultural, and Expression

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