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“Guru Kembar - Pewarisan Kawisesan” from Ogoh Ogoh Artist @sadexbatx Calon Arang & Ratna Manggali / Rangda & Rarung Philosophy: Depicts the ritual of ngereh — the transfer of mystical knowledge and spiritual power from teacher to student. The lower figure represents the powerful master Calon Arang/Rangda, while the floating figure above represents her disciple Rarung/Ratna Manggali receiving the sacred knowledge. The backward-bending floating pose symbolizes the spirit leaving the body during the process of learning and spiritual transmission. Sacred meaning: A reflection on the responsibility that comes with spiritual knowledge, not a display of power or supernatural ability. #nyatabali #ogohogoh #nyepi #baliculture