Pagerwesi day - ‘Iron Fence’ Against the Evil
Wednesday, September 20th, 2006 by ablteamOn September 20, 2006, the Balinese Hindus celebrated Pagerwesi, a very special day devoted to our ancestors. During this day, we ask for protection and prosperity.
Pagerwesi is literally translated as ‘iron fence’. Pagerwesi is celebrated every 210 days based on the Balinese lunar calendar. The length of the Balinese year differs from the western calendar and is 210 days long. Philosophically, the name ‘iron fence’ refers to the strong barrier against evil.
On this day, offerings are made to the Almighty and the holy spirit of each family’s ancestors. Prayers are held at family compounds and family temple shrines as well as at village temples throughout the island.
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