The Discourse Of Ida Ratu Gede Mas Macaling Dalem Nusa Penida Klungkung (Position, Function and Meaning)

Abstract

Hindus community in Bali views time as an important matter. The presence of time or Kala is associated with the myth of Magi c. The relationship can be seen in the myth of Sasih Ka-enem which is believed to be the phase of epidemic. Often the myth of Sasih Ka-enem is also associated with the discourse of Ida Ratu Gede Mas Macaling as the magi figure of propagator and disaster in Bali. Interestingly, the image of Ida Ratu Gede Mas Macaling Dalem Nusa  Penida just seems to be a living myth and "offerings" for balian, pengiring, and mysticism. Recently, many people perceive him as an object of worship, and more various interesting versions of Magi discourse about him growing in society. Because of those reasons, it is important to study the phenomenon into this scientific writing to identify the value and meaning of Magi discourse.