Literature Review of Historical Heritage in Archipelago Folk Stories: Linguistic and Cultural Perspectives

Abstract

This study aims to examine the historical heritage reflected in Indonesian folklore from a linguistic and cultural perspective through a literature review method. Folklore is a form of cultural expression passed down orally and depicts social realities, moral values, and historical conditions in the past. Linguistic analysis shows that the choice of diction, language style, and narrative structure in folklore contain clues to the chronology and ideology of the supporting community. From a cultural perspective, folklore contains symbols, myths, and local wisdom that reflect belief systems and the social dynamics of past activities. The results of the study indicate that folklore is not only a medium of entertainment, but also a record of culturally based history through speech. Therefore, folklore can be used as an alternative medium for learning history and strengthening character. The study recommends the development of a curriculum based on local literature and history and the use of folklore in character education and historical literacy.