Ritual Adat Sebagai Instrumen Hukum Tidak Tertulis Masyarakat Jambi dalam Persfektif Filsafat Hukum

Traditional rituals play a significant role in the lives of indigenous communities, not only as ceremonial events but also as manifestations of unwritten legal norms embedded within these communities. From the perspective of legal philosophy, traditional rituals reflect a close connection between law, morality, and social values. This research employs a normative legal method with a philosophical approach. The findings reveal that customary law functions as an unwritten social regulatory mechanism, where adherence to collective norms is maintained through respect for ancestral traditions, nature, and social order. This article explores the philosophical meaning and social function of various traditional rituals, including efforts to preserve traditions, strengthen cultural identity, and maintain the balance between humans, society, and nature. The study also highlights examples of traditional rituals in the Jambi Province, such as Kenduri Sko and Bantai Adat, which illustrate how customary law is implemented in the daily lives of indigenous communities, while also facing the challenges of modernization. Traditional rituals are an integral part of the legal mechanisms in indigenous societies, serving not only as a means of regulating behavior but also as a medium for restoring social harmony and community spirituality.