TRADISI BATIMUNG DALAM PERNIKAHAN ADAT BANJAR PERPSEKTIF MAQASHID SYARIAH AL-SYATHIBI

Abstract

The batimung tradition is a significant cultural practice rooted in the traditional wedding ceremonies of the Banjar people in South Kalimantan. It is closely tied to health, hygiene, and spiritual well-being, making it an integral part of the community's identity and local wisdom. This tradition involves the use of herbal steam to cleanse the body, which is believed to offer benefits not only for physical health but also for mental and emotional well-being. The purpose of this study is to examine the batimung tradition through the lens of maqashid sharia, as outlined by Al-Syathibi, which emphasizes the preservation of five key objectives of Islamic law: religion, life, intellect, lineage, and wealth. Employing a qualitative descriptive-analytical approach through a literature review, the study highlights how batimung aligns with the principle of hifz an-nafs (protection of life) by promoting physical and mental health. Furthermore, its spiritual aspects reflect Islamic values, such as the emphasis on cleanliness as part of faith and efforts to maintain a balanced life. The findings underline that batimung is not merely a local tradition but also a practice imbued with dimensions of maqashid sharia. Thus, it holds cultural and religious significance and deserves preservation as a heritage that provides holistic benefits to the community.