Articles tagged ‘Religion’
Origins of the Balinese caste structure
By Nick | March 24th, 2005 |
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Bali is the only Hindu island in Indonesia , a country dominated by Islam. Hinduism is a religion that developed out of the way of life of the people living on the banks of the Indus river in India and Hinduism came to Indonesia many centuries ago.
Intense week of ceremonies coming up in Bali
By Nick | March 5th, 2005 | 6 Comments »
Bali is all about ceremonies. The Balinese Agama Hindu religion combined with the animist beliefs that linger from ancient times mean daily life and ones life are intertwined with ritual, worship and the giving of offerings.
Demons and Spirits
By Sean | July 11th, 2004 | Add a Comment »
Throughout the island of Bali, the Balinese people have this innate fear of ghosts and spirits, things that go bump in the night and hob-goblins alike.
Demons and Spirits
By Sean | July 10th, 2004 | Add a Comment »
Throughout the island of Bali, the Balinese people have this innate fear of ghosts and spirits, things that go bump in the night and hob-goblins alike.
The Priests in Bali
By Sean | July 7th, 2004 | Add a Comment »
When you visit the island of Bali, at some time or another you are bound to come across a religious procession, a cremation or even a temple festival. On these occasions you will always see a priest presiding over the ceremony.
The Priests in Bali
By Sean | July 6th, 2004 | 15 Comments »
When you visit the island of Bali, at some time or another you are bound to come across a religious procession, a cremation or even a temple festival. On these occasions you will always see a priest presiding over the ceremony.
The Balinese Family Compound Structure
By Nick | March 30th, 2004 | 1 Comment »
Living in Seminyak I run into many people from all over the world.
