ABSTRACT
Mataraman is the term for the Javanese elite community, which models for the Javanese character. This research aimed to describe the actualization of the virtues in life. The research was conducted with a descriptive qualitative research design. Data collection techniques used observation, interviews, and study documentation. Data was analyzed using the interactive model. Research findings were (1) the mataraman society virtues were: (a) simplicity, (b) respect for others and parents, (c) introspection, mawas diri, nandhing sariro, ngukur sariro, tepa saliro, mulat saliro, (d) gemi, nastiti, ati-ati, (e) harmony, (f) surrender to God, (g) wisdom, and (h) humbleness; (2) actualization of the virtues in life with language, use of words, volume and intonation, behavior (gerak laku), clothing (busana), leadership in the family, and traditions. Based on the research findings, be suggestions: (a) make the virtues as a guideline in behavior; (b) used to behaving in accordance with the virtues.
