Saraswati
The celebration which is held on every Saniscara (Saturday) Umanis wuku Watugunung is to worship the God on his manifestation as the master of knowledge. . The master is formed on a beautifull goddess with 4 hands holding Genitri (tasbih), Kropak (lontar), Wina (two stringed musical instrument) dan Lotus Flower. On the both side of her body, there are two birds standing. The Peacock and the Swan. The celebration almost performing at schools, colleges, in the house and temples. The Hindu's presented "Canang Saraswati" while they are praying. They would not touch and read the books from morning until evening for an unspecified reasons.Banyu Pinaruh Day
Banyu Pinaruh Day is the day after Saraswati Day. "Banyu" which means water and "Pinaruh" means wisdom, on the other meaning tell us about wisdom which always flows like water and useful for human life. The Hindu's people will take a bath in the sea, lake, river and drink the holy water made from various leaves. The philosophy of "Banyu Pinaruh", good health is the most important thing for human's life.
Posted in Balinese Events by Joy Sastra Wijaya on 06/21/2008 | 0 Comments
