The Local Genius Values of Minangkabau Society

The aim of this study is to describe the principles local genius values in Minangkabau culture and society. Based on Bahm and Frondizi theories of values and make used of qualitative method, especially hermeneutic, the research generated findings such a) the source Minangkabau values is the Al-Qur'an, b) the Minangkabau community places the mind as the determinant of value based on to the value of goodness, and evil, c) the values of life are a reflection of personal values and cultural values that are connected cooperatively, interpretive, and dynamic. Goodness is more about mood (moral) and beautiful is about language (speech), the correlation of subjective and objective values more intrinsic values as objective, since custom is considered an objective value system that can affect human behavior, d) the actual and potential value is opened to the development of society and sciences. It was said to be potential because it has the power to be obeyed by Minangkabau residents in particular, e) in general the values of appearance and real value in Minangkabau society are reflected in the custom which contains four things, namely raso, pareso malu, sopan, these values as principles values for a man to be called real human or person. Keywords— local genius; Minangkabau; values