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This study aims at studying the role of a judge in inspecting the divorce case through the aspect of customary law in Gorontalo. In studying this aspect, the researcher uses a descriptive method of analysis with a sociolinguistic and legal anthropological approach to see the influence of grammar and development of Gorontalonese culture in utilizing religious judge to solve the divorce case. This study shows that the judge can utilize cultural approach in the context of customary law to investigate divorce case, through either sociolinguistic interaction or interpersonal emotional ways. Both cultural approaches enable stakeholders to discuss household problems; thus, it made possible for involved parties to change their minds based on their interpersonal interaction with the judge.

Customary Law Aspect, Religious Judge, Divorce