NEGOTIATING RELIGIOUS IDENTITIES AND MODERNITY IN MALUKU: A Socio-Historical Perspective

This research article was based on a literature review using the lens of socio-historical perspective dynamic relationship between Islam and Christianity in Maluku throughout social history archipelago. The question “How did metamorphosis religious identities (Islam Christianity) take place through contemporary reality Ambon?” becomes reference to trace historical trajectory relations two religions Maluku. conflict that occurred from 1999-2005 still leaves residues must be carefully considered for future these Indonesia. A hermeneutic analysis used map sociological variables determine existence interaction Maluku, which turn also interfaith at large context Indonesia’s pluralistic society. multidisciplinary approach synthesize various documents analyses some experts, especially Pierre Bourdieu’s analytical framework. result this is construction understanding understood managing pluralism,