The Fear of the Other: Xenophobia and Identity Crisis in Malin Kundang

Susanto Susanto(1*)


(1) Universitas Pekalongan
(*) Corresponding Author

Abstract


This study examines xenophobia and identity crisis within the legend of Malin Kundang through a methodological framework integrating textual analysis with deconstructive approaches. Grounded in a comprehensive literature review, drawing insights from previous applications of deconstruction theory in analyzing folk narratives, the research selects various versions of the Malin Kundang legend, ranging from traditional oral retellings to scholarly interpretations, alongside modern adaptations and comparative analyses of folktales from diverse cultural contexts. Through deconstructive analysis, narrative structures, content, context, and themes within the Malin Kundang legend are scrutinized to identify underlying binaries, contradictions, and tensions. This analytical process, informed by deconstruction theory, uncovers layers of meaning and ideological frameworks embedded within the narrative. The "Malin Kundang" story reveals that xenophobia, or fear of foreigners, can manifest as suspicion and hostility towards newcomers, as seen in the villagers' reaction to Malin Kundang's return. This fear of the unfamiliar and change is a common human response and contributes to the story's theme of identity crisis, as Malin Kundang struggles to reconcile his past with his present circumstances.


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Malin Kundang, folklore, xenophobia, identity crisis, deconstruction, textual analysis, cultural representation

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