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This study focuses on understanding the social, cultural, and religious aspects of the timu’alo tradition that can strengthen social ties between individuals and communities in Gorontalo. This research is important because the timu’alo tradition, as part of Gorontalo's cultural heritage, has great potential in strengthening social solidarity which is increasingly threatened by the process of modernization. This study uses a qualitative method with a philosophical-anthropological approach. This study wants to know two aspects, first, how the timua'alo tradition is implemented in the Muslim community of Bone Bolango. Second, why the timu’alo tradition is still practiced amidst the strong understanding of modernism and secularization. This study shows that revitalization and adaptation of timu’alo values ​​​​in everyday life can strengthen social cohesion, maintain harmony in society, and prevent social fragmentation.