Penjor Galungan

People in Bali are already familiar with Penjor. Society recognizes two types of Penjor, among others Penjor Sacred and Penjor decoration. Sacred Penjor is part of religious ceremonies, such as Galungan ceremony, ceremonies at temples. While Penjor decoration is usually used when the race village, Bali Art Festival and other.

Viewed in terms of shapes Penjor is a symbol of Earth with all the results, which gives life and salvation. Earth or land that is described as two dragon Naga Basuki and Naga Ananta Bhoga. Also, Penjor a symbol of the mountain, which provides safety and welfare. Using the decoration of various types of leaves such as pine needles, ferns etc. To use the fruits of rice, corn, coconut, cassava, banana and equipped with snacks, sugar cane and money.

Hindus in Bali are generally made Penjor the day before Galungan, who called Penampahan Galungan. Penjor installed or plugged right in front of the entrance courtyard.

Penjor Galungan is relegius Penjor nature, that have specific functions in religious ceremonies, and must be equipped with gear-equipment.

The purpose of the installation Penjor is as Hindus obligation to create a sense of devotion and gratitude presented to Ida Sanghyang Widi Wasa. Penjor also as a sign of prosperity thanks people that was delegated Ida Sang Hyang Widi Wasa. High-arched bamboo is a picture of the highest mountain as a sacred place. Decoration consisting of coconut, banana, sugarcane, rice, snacks and fabric are the representatives of all the plants and food and clothing items are endowed by Hyang Widhi Wasa.