Conflict Resolution in the Perspective of Functional Conflict Theory (Case Study of Interreligious Relations)

This study examines conflict resolution from the functional conflict theory's perspective. This conflict resolution study is a summary of several conflict resolutions found in Maba, East Halmahera which can be used as a reference in handling conflicts, especially in building inter-religious relations. With data collection techniques using observation, interviews, and documentation studies. This study also uses data analysis techniques proposed by Miles and Huberman. The validity of the research data was carried out by triangulation of sources and triangulation of methods. The results of the findings of this study are that various conflict resolutions exist in the East Halmahera community, namely the role of the Sara Concern Communication Forum (FKKS), where through this institution the traditional religious leaders and the community coordinate to take anticipatory steps to anticipate the emergence of conflicts. FKKS is formed through socialization and dialogue, this method is considered appropriate to build communication with people. Open-life dialogue and socialization about the oral traditions of traditional re atoran can be easily understood and accepted. This is certainly able to minimize the occurrence of friction fires of conflict that lead to a prolonged conflict. The occurrence of amalgamation is a social fact that proves how harmony between religious communities in this area is created properly.