Editorial photo #13928172 Human Interest
Sacred Ritual Of Pengrebongan In Bali
Balinese ornaments of Penjor are seen during the sacred ritual of Ngerebong at Petilan Temple, Kesiman Village in Denpasar, Bali, Indonesia, on July 5, 2026. The event commemorates the anniversary of the royal temple of the Kingdom of Kesiman in Denpasar. During the ritual, Balinese Hindus participate in activities intended to invoke spiritual forces, entering a trance-like state where many participants use traditional daggers in ceremonial acts. This tradition is believed to maintain harmony between humanity, nature, and the divine. (Photo by Johanes P. Christo/NurPhoto)
