Tjokorda Raka Kerthyasa is an esteemed member of the Ubud Royal Family and holds the position of Bendesa Adat of Ubud (Head of Customary Village Organisation) since 2009. He is one of Bali’s respected authorities on culture and local traditions.
He joins the podcast ahead of a colossal ceremony taking place in Ubud, on 10 November 2024, known as Karya Agung Penyejeg Jagat. This opens a wider conversation surrounding the nature of ceremonies and the intricacies of ‘yadnya’, or sacrifices (offerings) that are central to Balinese spiritual life. Tjok Raka demystifies many of the burning questions many have regarding Balinese Hindu ceremonies, including a frequently asked question: “Why do so many Balinese Hindu not understand the ceremony they are taking part in?” This episode delves deep into Balinese philosophy, belief and practice.
Thank you to our Podcast Sponsor, Genesis Creative Centre, for providing the professional recording studio, centred in Pererenan, Bali.
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