Socio-Cultural System of Duri Community of Enrekang Regency South Sulawesi

Abstract

This is a sociological study discussing and describing socio-cultural system of Duri community of Enrekang Regency South Sulawesi. Data are obtained through in-depth interview, observation, documentation analysis. Methodology used is qualitative descriptive approach. It focuses more on the observation and in-depth interview towards phenomenon and expert informants having wide knowledge about situation at that time. The findings conclude that Duri Community has had a well-arranged socio-cultural system. Far before history began, “Duri Kingdom” has already been found in the area. Duri community paid intensive attention on leader recruitment. They view a leader as a figure who has a very crucial position in the life of community. Leader is identical with benefit, and prosperity of the people.