Local Wisdom in Regional Literature of the Tolaki Tribe in the Frame of Medulu Mepokoaso (Unity and Solidarity)

Abstract

This article aims to examine the values of local wisdom contained in the regional literature of the Tolaki Tribe and its relevance in strengthening the unity and solidarity of society. Regional literature is an important part of cultural heritage that not only functions as a medium of entertainment and aesthetic expression, but also as a means of inheriting values, norms, and views of society from generation to generation. In the context of the Tolaki community, cultural values reflected through traditional expressions, folklore, proverbs, and oral literature have a strategic role in building social solidarity, strengthening intergroup relationships, and maintaining the harmony of community life. This research uses a qualitative approach with a descriptive method through interviews with informants, documentation, and tracing of various sources related to Tolaki culture. The analysis is carried out by identifying, classifying, and interpreting local wisdom values related to togetherness, mutual cooperation, respect for others, deliberation, and collective responsibility. This study places the philosophy of Medulu Mepokoaso as one of the foundations of cultural values that represent the spirit of unity, togetherness, and unity. These values are relevant to strengthen social integration in the midst of social change, the development of digital technology, and increasing societal diversity. The preservation and development of regional literature needs to be carried out through education, cultural activities, digital documentation, and the involvement of the younger generation.