Implementation of Karmaphala Value in Problem-solving Process of Migrant in Bali

• Main Authors: Sukma, Putu Yoga, Swasti, Ni Made
• Format: Article
• Language: English
• Published: UGM Digital Press 2020-09-01
• Series: Digital Press Social Sciences and Humanities
• Online Access: https://digitalpress.ugm.ac.id/article/344

The Balinese culture that is deeply rooted in Shiva-Buddhist tenet shows its uniqueness, which is characteristic of Hinduism in the archipelago. The Balinese culture is preserved together in the form of regulations that are held firmly by each traditional village. One concept of Balinese culture that is often used and held firmly by Balinese society is Karmaphala. Karmaphala is a concept of justice that emphasizes the consequences of past deeds. This concept becomes the Balinese frame of mind in facing a problem in order to be able to resolve these problems wisely. This research was conducted qualitatively to explore how the implementation of the Karmaphala value to Migrant communities living in Bali in solving problems. Data was collected through in-depth interviews, and member checking was done to confirm the credibility of data. The results of this study reveal that the concept of Karmaphala is a passive avoidance solution in solving problems faced by migrant communities through silent behavior, accepting, surrendering, and moving away. This behavior tends to be done in dealing with problems because of the belief in the respondent that the person who made the problem will be exposed to karma from his actions.