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Dari Alkitab ke alki(tab)? Preferensi Nasrani mengenai Fenomena Penggunaan Kitab

Introduction

Dari alkitab ke alki(tab)? preferensi nasrani mengenai fenomena penggunaan kitab. Penelitian ini mengulas preferensi umat Nasrani di Indonesia terhadap Alkitab fisik dan digital (alki(tab)). Menjelaskan dampak modernisasi dari perspektif sosiologi agama.

Abstract

Kitab digital telah menjadi alat dan bahan penting untuk belajar dan beribadah dalam komunitas Kristen. Meski demikian, sebagian perilaku umat Nasrani, tetap mempertahankan kebiasaan menggunakan Alkitab dalam konteks Indonesia. Peneliti berargumen bahwa orang Kristen mempunyai preferensi terkait budaya menggunakan salah satu atau keduanya sesuai sikon: Alkitab dan/atau alki(tab). Tujuan penelitian ini ialah menganalisis preferensi Nasrani mengenai fenomena penggunaan kitab yang dianalisis berdasarkan perspektif sosiologi agama. Metode penelitian ini adalah kualitatif dengan pendekatan reviu literatur, observasi, wawancara, dan Screenshot Diaries. Peneliti menemukan bahwa modernisasi memengaruhi perubahan sosial yang membuat masyarakat mengakrabkan diri dengan era digital. Hal itu telah tampak dalam siklus kehidupan tertentu yang mencerminkan keadaan dalam menggunakan alki(tab), selain Alkitab. Walaupun ada kitab digital, sebagian umat tetap memilih menggunakan Alkitab karena keyakinan bahwa menggunakan Alkitab lebih tidak terdistorsi oleh godaan perangkat elektronik. Penggunaan kitab tentu memperlihatkan keuntungan sekaligus tantangan. Ada transformasi ganda dari perilaku orang Kristiani mengenai penggunaan kitab yang berimplikasi pada preferensi.

Review

This paper presents a timely and relevant exploration into the evolving practices of religious text consumption among Indonesian Christians, navigating the transition from traditional physical Bibles (Alkitab) to their digital equivalents (alki(tab)). The research effectively addresses a pertinent question concerning how faith communities adapt to the pervasive influence of digitalization, offering a nuanced perspective on the interplay between religious tradition, modern technology, and personal preference. The stated objective—to analyze these preferences through the lens of the sociology of religion—provides a strong conceptual framework for understanding the socio-cultural dynamics at play in this digital transformation within a religious context. A significant strength of this study lies in its comprehensive qualitative methodology, combining literature review, observation, interviews, and the innovative use of "Screenshot Diaries." This multi-pronged approach promises to yield rich, empirical data, offering deep insights into the lived experiences and rationales behind Christians' preferences. The findings are compelling, highlighting how modernization fosters digital familiarity, leading to a dual existence of both physical and digital Bibles. Crucially, the discovery that some adherents still favor the physical Alkitab due to a belief in its greater resistance to electronic device distractions reveals a fascinating tension between convenience and spiritual integrity. The paper's recognition of both advantages and challenges, leading to a "dual transformation" in behavior, underscores the complex implications for religious practice. While the abstract outlines a robust approach and intriguing findings, the full paper could benefit from further elaboration on certain aspects. A clearer articulation of the specific theoretical framework from the sociology of religion would strengthen the analysis, providing a more explicit lens through which to interpret the observed preferences. Additionally, while "Screenshot Diaries" is an innovative method, a detailed explanation of its implementation and analysis within the methodology section would enhance replicability and understanding. Future research could explore the demographic variables influencing these preferences, delve deeper into the nature of perceived "temptations" associated with digital devices, or conduct comparative studies across different religious groups or cultural contexts to broaden the generalizability of these insights. Nevertheless, this study makes a valuable contribution to understanding religious adaptation in the digital age.

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