| Religious Day: Kajeng Kliwon Enyitan in Tanah Lot |
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Kajeng Kliwon Enyitan that fell on Pananggal or period until 15 days after Tilem. Kajeng kliwon a day cult of Shiva Trance, which is believed to Sang Hyang day Shiva meditating. Kajeng kliwon Rerainan trusted as a sacred day. On the day kajeng kliwon segehan deliver to the people who dedicated to Sang Hyang Dhurga Goddess, in the land dedicated to the segehan Bhuta Bucari, Sang Kala Bhucari and the Dhurga Bucari. According to Hindu belief, segehan is a "food" which is dedicated to the Bhuta or the forces of evil in order not to disturb the household and its members, one prays for safety of the house compound and for the well being and happiness in life for the individual family members who live there. Segehan and its essentials are presented to the supernatural forces to avoid disturbance to the harmonious relationship of man with nature. The Kajeng KIiwon rite has been conducted for hundreds of years and has presumably contributed to the creation of Bali as a safe and comfortable haven. |



