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It is fast becoming a tradition for those born on ‘wayang pawukon’ to perform ‘wayang’ at least once during their childhood as a symbolic and spiritual way to save him or her from being chased by Divine Kala. This shadow puppet performance is called a ‘sapuleger’; a performance aimed to mentally and spiritually cleanse. More mature people can also hold a ‘Sapuleger’: for example, after he or she recovers from a serious illness, or to be protected from a series of misfortunes. Many people, including those who were not born on ‘wayang pawukon’, also hold a ‘sapuleger’ for the same reasons or to ensure a safe and better future life.

Behind the Wayang performance of Sapuh Leger, it performs the story of Lord Kal... [ more ]