Values implied in the wratisasana palm manuscripts as guideline of politeness in language of the character education: A study of theo-ethno pedagogy

Abstract

This study is aimed at clear descriptions of 1) the values of Wratisasana manuscript as character education guideline and 2) the advantage of Wratisasana educational values. The objects of this study are Wratisasana Palm Manuscripts. The main informants are Drs. I Ketut Dalem, M.Ag., and Drs. I Gede Sura, M.Si. Samples of this study were taken from some manuscripts and the main informants. The study applied qualitative research. The data were collected by using documentation method especially interview technique. The data obtained were analysed descriptively. Some findings from the analysis are 1) values in Wratisasana manuscript are (1) compassion, (2) faith and religiosity, (3) pedagogical value, (4) honesty, (5) politeness, (6) discipline, (7) responsibility, (8) tolerance, and (9) basic foundations of life; 2) the relevant values are peace loving, fond of reading and responsible being. Based on the findings it can be concluded that the educational values in Wratisasana manuscript are 1) compassion, 2) religiosity, 3) pedagogical value, 4) honesty, 5) politeness, 6) responsible being, 7) tolerance and foundation of life. The applicable values into character education namely (1) religiosity, (2) honesty, (3) tolerance, (4) discipline, (5) hard working, (6) friendliness, (7) love for peace, (8) fond of reading, and (9) responsibility. The conclusions lead to a recommendation to use the teaching of Wratisasana manuscript as one of references for character education in this case for teaching the students about politeness in language.