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Balinese Hinduism

What are the key differences between Balinese Hinduism and Indian Hinduism?

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Who are the main local deities worshipped in Balinese Hinduism?

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How did Balinese Hinduism develop historically on the island of Bali?

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What is the role of ancestor worship in Balinese Hinduism?

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How do Balinese Hindus perform daily offerings and rituals?

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What is the significance of the tri-mandala concept in Balinese temple architecture?

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How does the Pawukon calendar influence Balinese religious ceremonies?

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What are the major Balinese Hindu festivals and their meanings?

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How is the caste system structured in Balinese society?

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What is a banten and how is it prepared for ceremonies?

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How do Balinese Hindus view samsara and moksha?

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What role do priests (pemangku) play in Balinese religious life?

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How are the Balinese calendar and astrology used in decision-making?

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What is the importance of dance and shadow puppetry in Balinese worship?

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How do Balinese Hindus integrate nature and the environment into their beliefs?

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What are the procedures for a Balinese temple ceremony (odalan)?

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How do Balinese villages organize religious festivals and community offerings?

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How has Balinese Hinduism been influenced by animism and Buddhism?

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What is the process of becoming a priest in Balinese Hinduism?

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How do sacred water rituals (melukat) function in purification practices?

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