The Existence of Dolabololo Oral Literature in the Life of Ternate Society

Abstract

This research aims to describe the existence of Dolabololo oral literature in four districts within the city of Ternate, as well as the factors affecting the limited use of Dolabololo among the Ternate community. This research used a qualitative descriptive method and was conducted in four districts within the city of Ternate. The research subjects included the native people of Ternate originating from these four districts, as well as the traditional leaders of the Ternate Sultanate. Data in this study, including traditional Dolabololo expressions, were obtained through interviews and written documentation, along with their responses regarding factors affecting the diminishing use of Dolabololo. The data acquisition process involved 1) observation, 2) interviews, 3) recording, and 4) documentation. The data analysis stages included data decreased, data presentation, and data verification. The results of this research indicate that the existence of Dolabololo oral literature in the life of the Ternate community in four districts within the city of Ternate has significantly decreased or diminished in usage. Dolabololo in the Ternate Island district comprises 32 types of Dolabololo, while the South Ternate City district has six types, and both North Ternate and Central Ternate districts each have only three types of Dolabololo still found in these two districts. Two factors affect the decreased use of Dolabololo in the life of the Ternate community: internal factors related to the awareness among the users themselves, and external factors related to environmental factors.