You may see something different when visiting Bali during the Kuningan Ceremony. During this ceremony, you will see so many yellow ornaments. You can even find yellow dishes, such as Nasi Kuning or yellow rice in this event. The information below will help you to understand more about Kuningan Ceremony in Bali.
About Kuningan Ceremony in Bali
As its name, Kuning means yellow. Now, you know why you see so many yellow accessories during Kuningan Ceremony in Bali. Kuningan is also taken from the ancient Balinese calendar. Balinese is about to celebrate Kuningan 10 days after the Galungan Ceremony.
You will see Balinese people look so happy and cheerful during this event. It is because they are celebrating the triumph of Bhatara Indah who represents genuineness against Adharma which represents evils or badness.
In this Balinese traditional ceremony, local people also beg for protection, safety, property, and guidance from a god known as Ida Sang Hyang Widi Wasa. People bring so many things during this ceremony for the offering to the gods.
Some Properties Balinese People Must Prepare for the Kuningan Ceremony
Nasi Kuning or Yellow Rice
Just like its name, the color of the rice is yellow. Balinese people cook rice using turmeric and other ingredients to turn the white color to yellow and strengthen the taste. They use the yellow rice as one of the offerings to the Ida Sang Hyang Widi Wasa.
The reason why it uses yellow rice is because they are celebrating Kuningan Day. This rice also symbolizes prosperity and gratitude because the gods have given them a peaceful, beautiful, and prosperous island.
Tamiang
Tamiang is another property that must be available during Kuningan Day. Tamiang is made of coconut leaves. Local people will shape the coconut leaves into a round shield shape.
Just like the shape of this item, Tamiang symbolizes a shield that is often used by an ancient soldier during a war. Balinese people believe that Tamiang represents self-protection from evil or badness in the world. Indeed, they will be safe and follow the path of the gods when having good self-protection.
On the other hand, people with bad self-protection will fall into bad things in their lives. The round shape also symbolizes the life cycle of a human being. Other people explain that Tamiang also means the symbol of Dewata Nawa Sanga and the wheel of nature.
Endongan
You will see some people bring a bag during the Kuningan Ceremony. In Bali, this bag is known as Endongan. They will fill this bag with various items and bring it on Kuningan Day.
Local people believe that life is a journey. That’s why they must prepare everything they need. Imagine that you want to travel to Bali. Indeed, you will prepare everything you need in a bag, right?
In this case, the Endongan means that you must prepare your life for a better future. Remember! Life is not as easy as we can imagine sometimes, without good preparation we will fall into stress, anxiety, and other negative feelings.
On the other hand, we can face the difficulties in life wisely and well if we have good preparation. So, this property reminds us to be ready for all conditions in our life.
Ter
There is also an item known as Ter in Kuningan Ceremony. Ter symbolizes an arrow or a weapon. Soldiers must bring a gun in a war. It helps them to fight against the enemy.
It is the same case with Ter. You must have a weapon in life to struggle during hard times. Kuningan Ceremony teaches us that the best weapon in life to struggle with difficulties is a calm mind. You can think wisely and find the best solutions for your difficulties in life if you have a calm mind.
Sampian Gantung
Local people must also prepare Sampian Gantung to celebrate Kuningan. They believe that Sampian Gantung protects them against evil or something bad. Remember! We are not only facing something good in life but also evil things. We will be safe in life if we have a strong shield or protector.
Based on the explanation above, we can conclude that some properties used for the Kuningan Ceremony symbolize tools for war. It teaches us that life is a war where we must fight against the conditions and difficulties. Indeed, the goal is to achieve a piece of mind and happiness.
A Recommended Place to Try Nasi Kuning in Bali
You don’t need to wait until Kuningan only to enjoy Nasi Kuning. Shrida Taste of Ubud Restaurant is ready with various Balinese dishes and drinks, including Nasi Kuning. For example, you can order one of the special main courses there known as Megabung.
Megabung is a traditional sharing meal, and Nasi Kuning is one of the dishes on this menu. The best part of enjoying Nasi Kuning at Shrida Taste of Ubud Restaurant is that you can sit in a pleasant area with a strong Balinese ambiance.
The taste of Nasi Kuning is even more delicious because you are eating it while enjoying the beauty of the scenery around the restaurant. Visit www.shridaubud.com to get more information about the restaurant, book a table, and Nasi Kuning.
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