Balinese Culture Research Articles

Legal Protection Toward Balinese Arak as Intangible Cultural Heritage

The purpose of this study is to determine the regulation of traditional drinks as intangible cultural heritage and to analyze the protection of Balinese Arak as one of the traditional knowledge that is used commercially in the context of intangible cultural heritage. This article uses normative legal research with statute, analytical, and conceptual approaches. The results showed that the regulation of traditional drinks as intangible cultural heritage, specifically traditional knowledge, is regulated in several laws and regulations such as the Convention for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage, Law No. 5 of 2017 on Advancement of Culture, Bali Regional Regulation Number 4 of 2020 on Strengthening and Promotion of Balinese Culture as well as Bali Governor Regulation Number 1 of 2020 on the Management of Balinese Fermented and/or Distilled Drink. Although IHC is for preservation, however, it can be interpreted that Law No. 5 of 2017 on Advancement of Culture is more than just preservation as it already regulates in general the commercialization of the object of cultural advancement. The protection of Balinese Arak as one of the traditional knowledge that is used commercially is protected under Articles 37 and 38 of Law No. 5 of 2017 on Advancement of Culture where the Indonesian Government gives permission to big industry and/or foreign parties who want to take advantage of Indonesian cultural advancement objects on the condition that they must meet the principle of benefit sharing as a form of protection.

Buku Ilustrasi Banten Prayascita Gaya Flat Design Sebagai Sarana Pelestarian Budaya Bali Pada Parisada Hindu Dharma Indonesia Bekasi

This Illustrated Book as a Means of Preserving Balinese Culture was designed after seeing traditions and culture that are slowly being abandoned by the Balinese Hindu community, especially teenagers who are outside the island of Bali. Data collection through observation and interviews with sources from Hindu religious leaders in Bekasi who know about Banten Prayascita. The visual design process for illustration books using the Design Thinking and Style methods in flat design illustrations is taken for its modern, minimalist nature. The illustrations in the book refer to the original form of Banten, Serati Banten as a reference for supporting illustrations, and the color palette is taken from one of the components in Banten such as flowers, leaves, incense and coconut leaves, supergraphics designed from Banten components such as shrimp paste, thread, and so on. The design of promotional media using the work method uses the AISAS method. By designing this Illustrated Book, it is hoped that the Banten Prayascita tradition will be reintroduced to the young Balinese Hindu community and help preserve and inherit the Banten Prayascita tradition.

CULTURE-PRENEURSHIP PELAYANAN KEBIDANAN MELALUI IMPLEMENTASI TRI HITA KARANA PASCA PENDIDIKAN PROFESI DI WILAYAH KERJA IKATAN BIDAN INDONESIA PROVINSI BALI CABANG DENPASAR TAHUN 2023

The characteristics of midwifery services can be modified from the various approaches adopted. An approach that is a minimum service standard that refers to pure modern ways without any consideration of the local cultural approach. The local approach that can be taken is the Tri Hita Karana approach as local wisdom which will motivate people to come for a pregnancy check-up to get the results of monitoring the state of their pregnancy as well as a sense of comfort because there are three elements of peace that will be obtained in service with this philosophical approach that is local wisdom Balinese culture. This study uses the Tri Hita Karana approach as local wisdom in the implementation of Culture-Preneurship Midwifery Services Through the Implementation of Tri Hita Karana Post Professional Education in the Work Area of the Indonesian Midwives Association Bali Province Denpasar Branch in 2023. The method used in this study is a qualitative method, with a type of phenomenology in the form of a case study. Qualitative research data are data in the form of words, sentences, narratives, gestures, facial expressions, charts, pictures and photographs. This data can be divided into two types, namely empirical qualitative data and meaningful qualitative data. The results of this study are that the delivery of midwifery services refers to the standards of the midwifery profession. Based on existing standards, professional midwives will answer the needs of their clients by adapting to midwifery practices that are local wisdom which are evidence-based and provide greater benefits by adapting both.

Balinese Karawitan Arts as a Media for Character Education and Preservation of Balinese Cultural Arts

Balinese Karawitan Arts as a Media for Character Education and Preservation of Balinese Cultural Arts

The Balinese Culture Terms and Their English Translation

The Balinese Culture Terms and Their English Translation

Analyzed Lexicon in Legong Mahawidya Dance Movement: A Descriptive Qualitative Study

Language has an important role in preserving culture, because language is the key to communication. The research was conducted at the Pancer Langit Art Studio. The proposed research focus on the lexicons found in the motions and clothing of the Legong Mahawidya dance. Informants in this study are people who can perform this dance and the choreographer. This study used a descriptive qualitative approach. This study aims to identify the lexicon in Mahawidya Legong Dance. The data obtained through interviews with choreographers and dancers as informants in this study. Thirty-three (33) lexicon are found in the movemnet of Legong Mahawidya Dance. Not all lexicons in the movement have cultural meaning. Preserving Balinese culture, especially in language and art, is the responsibility of the Balinese people. By keeping the language, using the language continuously and understanding the language, the Balinese culture will be preserved and not extinct.

Strategy for Preserving the Culture Existence of Bali-Hindu In the Midst of Majority Cultural in Praya Lombok

This study aims to conduct a study related to the strategies implemented by the Bali-Hindu community in maintaining the cultural existence amidst the majority culture implemented by the Sasak people in Praya city, central Lombok. This research was designed in a qualitative interpretive manner in order to find answers to the formulation of the problems posed. Based on the results of this study, four contestation arenas were found which were part of the strategy to maintain Balinese cultural identity in responding to the vortex of the majority culture. First, improving the quality of education among the younger generation of Hindus. Second, strengthening cultural awareness through non-formal and informal education systems. Third, planting religious values through religious ritual activities. Fourth, acculturation of Balinese culture with Sasak culture. Fifth, strengthening the economic system of Hindus.

Visual Elements in Logos of Gift Shop Companies in Bali Province


 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Bali Province is a very popular tourist island in Indonesia. Everyone around the world can recognize Bali because of its distinctiveness that is easily recognizable, it becomes Bali's identity. Bali with its uniqueness makes Bali with a province that has many visual identities, these identities are important as the promotion of culture. It is also stated in the Regional Regulation of Bali Province that the utilization of cultural promotion objects can be carried out through socio-economic activities. One of these utilizations is using Balinese identity on elements in the social and economic fields. As a place of tourism, there are many souvenir shops in Bali. The souvenir shop companies in Bali Province use logos as their corporate identity, but whether Balinese identity is used on the logos of souvenir shop companies. based on this, this study aims to examine the visual elements in the logos of souvenir shop companies in Bali Province, to find Balinese identity. This research uses a qualitative method. The data sources used in this research are observation, literature study and interviews. Observations were made of the logos of souvenir shop companies in Bali Province. Based on data analysis, the logos have Balinese identity, including the name Bali, Balinese color, Jepun Flower, Udeng, Temple, and Legong Dance. The results of this research are expected to add and develop knowledge and serve as a reference for research on logos.
 Keywords: Bali; Logo; Strengthening and Promoting Balinese Culture
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Jangkang Baris Dance in Sidatapa Village Study on The Meaning And Potential as Tourist Attraction

This study aims to determine the meaning and potential as a tourist attraction for the Baris Jangkang Dance in Sidatapa village. This dance is very distinctive with the Balinese Aga culture which is different from Balinese culture in general. This research is qualitative in nature starting with determining the location in Sidatapa village. Collecting data using in-depth interviews, observation, and document studies. The results were analyzed using interactive analysis. The results showed that the Baris Jangkang Dance in Sidatapa village was popularly known as the Jangkang dance or war dance. This dance is used as a representation of the warrior spirit of the Sidatapa community in dealing with enemies who disturb the peace of the village. Baris Jangkang dance dancers are divided into two types of dancers, namely truna dancers (never dance) and surudan dancers (already dancing). Its position is divided into prabangsa (leader) and prawira (troop). The first potential could be watching dance and drum practice. The second is by watching live during the show. Third, selling various documentations of the Baris Jangka dance in various forms, such as VCDs, photos, clothes and as souvenirs for Sidatapa.

Spiritual Coping "Tri Hita Karana" among Older Adults during Pandemic COVID-19: A Perspective of Balinese Culture

Spiritual Coping "Tri Hita Karana" among Older Adults during Pandemic COVID-19: A Perspective of Balinese Culture

THE USE OF ULAP – ULAP IN SACRED BUILDINGS IN DENPASAR CITY

This paper aimed to describe and explore the role of ulap-ulap buildings as sacred buildings in Denpasar City. It often happens when installing ulap-ulap because of the role of ulap-ulap buildings as sacred buildings in Denpasar City. It often happens when installing ulap-ulap that has been made by the Sulinggih or the authorities in reverse. The ulap-ulap that should have been installed on the palinggih Kamulan is then installed on the palinggih Taksu. As well as the wrong placement of aksaradasaksara rotation, where the direction of purwa should be placed above but is placed on the right side. Namely, the existence of ulap-ulap in the sacred building in Denpasar City is an upakara to make ulap-ulap. The forms of upakara used in making ulap-ulap are of several levels and consist of Nista, Madya, and Utama. Second, the types of ulap-ulap in the sacred building consist of padma, meru, gedong, bale, tugu, kori, and parhyangan. Third, the implications of ulap-ulap for Hindus in Denpasar City have implications for strengthening belief in God, developing Balinese culture, preserving Balinese Script in Hinduism, developing aesthetic creativity, and as the basis for practicing Tri Hita Karana.

Watching Cultural Hybridity in Hinduism Myth on The PRISMA Series Road to Baliphex 2022

The Indonesian Philatelic Association (PFI) collaborated with PT. Pos Indonesia launched a special edition of PRISMA stamps to welcome Baliphex 2022, uniquely on PRISMA stamps there are symbols of ‘Wayang Kamasan’ painting (Balinese) and Mahabharata story (Indian) initiated by PFI. Researchers view that the special edition PRISMA series road to Baliphex 2022 is not just proof of payment and an event promotion tool, but as has meaning in each of the symbols that reflected Balinese and Indian culture. This study aims to reveal the representation of Balinese and Indian cultures in the PRISMA series Road to Baliphex 2022. We use Roland Barthes' semiotic method with units of analysis of denotation, connotation, and mythology. The results show that Balinese culture in PRISMA's Road to Baliphex 2022 series is structured through Mahabharata in Wayang Kamasan symbols, Baliphex events, and stamp elements that have denotative and connotative meanings. The mythology that appears in the PRISMA series Road to Baliphex 2022 is the myth of Hinduism, which is the belief of the majority of Balinese people. Hinduism mythology is structured through the symbolization Saput Poleng, Flags of Kober, Merdah and Tualen, Horse Carts, Big Trees, Ornaments, and Temples. The Hinduism mythology in the PRISMA series Road to Baliphex 2022 is not assembled through a single cultural representation, but with cultural hybrids from Mahabharata (Indian) and Wayang Kamasan (Balinese). This research contributes to the thesis statement that postage stamps can be used by the community as communication media to represent a certain ideology through a series of symbols with cultural hybridity.

KEARIFAN LOKAL BALI DALAM MEMBANGUN KARAKTER SISWA SEKOLAH DASAR

The purpose of this study is to convey thoughts about the role of Balinese local wisdom in developing character education. Indonesia, which is currently experiencing a degradation of character values as shown by the low manners of teenagers, brawls, cheating culture and the behavior of corrupt officials, illustrates that implementing good education in schools, families and communities does not build the character of this nation. To overcome this problem, one way that can be done is to explore the national character, especially the integration of local Balinese wisdom in implementing education in schools. (a) Local wisdom integrated into character education is: (1) Tumpek Uduh, (2) Tumpek Kandang, (3) tattwan asi, (4) subak, (5) salunglung sebaya taka, (6) asta kosala-kosali, (7) Shanti greetings, (8) Nyepi Day, (9) ngopin, (10) medelokan, (11) resik, (12) menyama beraya, (13) eling, (14) swadharma, and (15) other cultures. (b) Balinese local wisdom can be integrated into character education by: (1) integrating in building school culture, (2) integrating in building class culture, and (3) integrating in learning, both in carrying out education and promoting Balinese culture that appropriate or relevant to the subject matter in learning.Keywords: Character, Balinese Local Wisdom, Elementary School Students

Pengelolaan Pariwisata Berbasis Masyarakat di Desa Penglipuran

Penglipuran is a village located in Kubu Village, Bangli District, Bangli Regency. Penglipuran Village is a traditional village which has an area of 112 hectares and has 1,028 inhabitants with a total of 280 families. This research is about the management of Penglipuran Village which brings positive aspects to the surrounding community, especially the people who are in the Penglipuran Village area both from an economic, social or cultural perspective. This study uses a descriptive qualitative approach. Data collection was carried out through direct observation, interviews and documentation. The informants in this study are the managers of Penglipuran Village and the surrounding community. The purpose of this study is to find out how Penglipuran Traditional Village is managed. Based on the results of the research, it shows that community involvement in the management of Penglipuran Village has a positive impact on the community and maintains Balinese culture and customs. Community participation is the main support in developing and preserving the existing culture.

The Linguistic Landscape at I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport, Bali: Users’ Attitudes

This study aimed at finding out and describing the linguistic landscape (LL) at I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport (IGNRIA), and the users’ attitudes towards the LL. The data of LL was gathered by capturing textual forms of a language/languages by a handphone camera, while the data on users’ attitudes was collected through interviewing airport users. The users as respondents were determined based on a number of criterias, such as nationality, age and education. The result of the study showed that: 1). The LL at IGNRIA made use of 7 (seven) variations of language used, namely: a. Indonesian, b). English, c). Indonesian-English, d). English-Indonesian, e). Balinese-English, f). English-Chinese and g). Balinese script-English. 2). Regarding the attitudes towards LL, the users agreed the importance existence of LL at IGNRIA, in which bilingual Indonesian-English was used, instead of Indonesian or English written monolingually. In relation with the configurational composition, some users stated that Indonesian must be on top of English; while the others thought that either Indonesian or English can be on top, as long as it was clear and informative. Futhermore, users strongly supported the use of Balinese and Balinese Script in LL whuch may function as area identity symbol, as well as maintaining the local genius of Balinese culture. Users even stated that the use of Balinese can be a tourist attraction and knowledge which was good to learn. The use of a foreign language other than English was welcome as long as it was intended to fulfil the information needs of the airport users.

Gitasanti Sebagai Terapi Yoga Di Pasantian Dharma Usada Desa Adat Ubud

Dharmagita activities, which is better known in the community as meshanti, are one form of offerings through singing sacred songs. Sacred song is one type of the five types of songs in Hinduism which are known as pancagita. Meshanti is also a form of yoga and closely related to catur marga yoga which is performed through yajna ceremonies. The aim of the research is to identify the implementation, the procedure, and benefit of using gitashanti as a yoga therapy. The present study was conducted with qualitative method and the data were collected using observation, interview, literature study, and documentation. The present study found that 1) Gitashanti is performed as a yoga therapy in Pasantian Dharma Usada since in its implementation it uses the action of ngunda napas (breathing regulation) and ngandet angkihan (holding breath). In yoga, the action of regulating breath is called pranayama and the sitting pose is called asana. For the female, the sitting pose is kneeling (bajrasana) and the male sitting pose is sitting cross-legged (ardha padmasana). 2) The procedure starts with worshipping the Goddess Saraswati. 3) The benefits are a) health benefits, the participants enjoyed a significant blood pressure decrease with the average of 33.3mmHg after joining gitashanti, ngayah (charity service)/community social activities/ menyama braya (familial activities), c) preserving Balinese culture trough nyastra (literary activities).

The Implementation of Bali Local Cultural Values (Jengah, Taksu, and Menyamabraya) in Human Resources Practices Associated with Stress and Organizational Performance in Cooperatives in Bali

The purpose of this research is to find out and explain the implementation of Balinese cultural values in human resource practices associated with stress and organizational performance. Respondents are managers of cooperatives in Bali total of 79 people. The analysis technique uses the application of a PLS-based structural equation model or SEM (structural equation modeling). The results showed: The influence of HR practices that implement local Balinese cultural is negative and significant on work stress. The influence of the implementation of local cultural values on HR practices on organizational performance is positive and not significant.The effect of stress on organizational performance is increasing. positive and significant. So it is a finding in this study that the implementation of cultural values contained in the concepts of jengah, taksu, and menyamabraya to reduce stress and improve organizational performance. Employees feel no pressure because of the suitability of HR practices with their culture.
 Keyword: Cultural values (jengah, taksu, and meyamabraya) in HR practices, stress, and organizational performance

Tourism in Jembrana, Bali: A Hidden Gem Unveiled

The island of Bali in Indonesia has long been renowned as a popular tourist destination, attracting millions of visitors each year. While regions like Ubud, Kuta and Seminyak dominate the tourist scene, Jembrana, a lesser-known district for foreigners located in the western part of the island, offers a unique and authentic travel experience. Its natural beauty, cultural heritage, and commitment to sustainable tourism make it a promising destination that combines exploration, relaxation, and environmental consciousness. Cultural Heritage and Festivals Jembrana is deeply rooted in Balinese culture and tradition. Despite its potential, Jembrana faces several challenges in developing its tourism industry. Limited transportation infrastructure and connectivity to other tourist hubs pose obstacles to attracting a larger number of visitors. Additionally, the lack of international promotion and marketing efforts has hindered the district's visibility in the global tourism market. To overcome these challenges, collaboration between the government, local communities, and private sector stakeholders is essential. By investing in infrastructure, marketing, and collaborative efforts, Jembrana can position itself as a sustainable tourism destination, contributing to the economic development of the district while preserving its rich cultural heritage and pristine natural landscapes. As travelers venture beyond the popular tourist spots of Bali, Jembrana's hidden wonders await, ready to enchant and captivate those who seek an extraordinary and meaningful travel experience.

Civics Education Teaching Materials with Balinese Cultural Perspective for Enhancing Learning Achievement and Love of Balinese Culture Attitude at Elementary School

This study aimed at developing civics education teaching materials with Balinese cultural perspective. This study was development research using the ADDIE (Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, Evaluation) model. The subjects of this research were a third-grade teacher and twenty-three third grade students. To measure the validity of the teaching materials an expert’s evaluation sheet was used and to evaluate the implementation of the civics materials teachers’ and students’ responses questionnaires were used. The results of of the study were: 1) one civics teaching material, seven lesson plans, and 7 student worksheets which have been developed with Balinese cultural perspective. The material that was developed was under the topic “Bangga Menjadi Anak Indonesia” (Proud to become Indonesian children). 2) This product has been validated by an expert in civics education, an instructional design expert, a Balinese culture expert, and an evaluation expert and an education expert, yielding CVR of 1.00 and CVI of 1.00, categorized as valid and feasible to be tried out. 3) This product has been tried out on a limited scale in the third grade and the result showed that the produce could enhance learning achievement of the students with the averages of 81.04, 86.83, and 90.22, in the first, second and third meetings respectively, and love of Balinese culture attitude of the students with the averages of 86.90, 88.46 and 91.42.

Dewasa Ngundaginin: Cultural History Of Balinese Concept Of Time And Transformation Of Balinese Traditional Architect (Undagi) From Pre-Colonial To Contemporary Era

This study examines how traditional Balinese architects (undagi) have used time from classical to contemporary times. The study aims to understand Balinese culture, specifically the architectural interpretation of time, with an emphasis on undagi practises today. Modern Bali's cultural evolution is reflected in the temporal paradigm shift. The study takes a cultural history approach to create a historiography the social cultural transformation of concept of time in Bali based on government authority and undagi as architectural design labour. The research uses a diachronic system to trace the changes in time from pre-colonial Bali (8th-19th AD), and colonial (19-20 century AD) to contemporary Bali (20th-21st century AD). The research shows that the concept of space and time that is fused in the undagi practice changes when one of its elements, time, undergoes operational changes. The concept of time as a cultural foundation changes the entire cultural fabric of a region and directly transforms the profession of traditional undagi-architects as creators of the traditional spatial layout of a region. This research explains the correlation between the changing concept of time and its influence on the undagi profession, as a cultural preservation effort to preserve the decadent undagi tradition in Bali. This research contributes to research in architectural history, cultural history, cultural preservation discourse and culture-based design. Previous research on the concept of time in Bali that correlates between time, humans and its social consequences in the perspective of cultural anthropology and ritual. Few studies have examined the relationship between time and traditional Balinese undagi practise as traditional architecture builder in contemporary Bali. Comprehending space-time understanding is essential to comprehending culture from the past to the present.