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The Miracle of Bali

Night (Season 1, Episode 2)
TV Episode | Documentary
This episode covers the animistic rituals and festivals of Bali, officially Hindu, but with origins in ancient ceremonials practised long before Hinduism came to the island. It opens with the spirit possession of children, said to be the ...See moreThis episode covers the animistic rituals and festivals of Bali, officially Hindu, but with origins in ancient ceremonials practised long before Hinduism came to the island. It opens with the spirit possession of children, said to be the origin of the Legong dance; it continues with possession by pigs, horses and even pots; and concludes with the all-important Barong ritual. This episode includes historical footage of the 1963 eruption of Mount Agung. Written by Wikipedia See less
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David Attenborough (producer)
Editor
Pam Bosworth
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Updated Jun 17, 1969
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Jun 17, 1969 (United Kingdom)

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