YOGYAKARTA - Nyepi Day this year falls on March 22, 2023. Nyepi is celebrated every Saka New Year by Hindus around the world. There are a number of regulations that must be obeyed while undergoing Nyepi. There are even witnesses for violations of the nyep.
During Nyepi celebration, the atmosphere in Bali will be quiet and quiet different from usual. Hindus will stay at home and are prohibited from traveling anywhere, as the word 'Nyepi' means a quiet and lonely state. The goal is that the community can be more solemn in celebrating Nyepi.
Nyepi's celebration is held for 24 hours. Nyepi's performance for Hindus means leaving homeless activities in silence by way of meditation. Nyepi's celebration is a way to reflect on the behavior or actions that have been done for one year, especially to improve bad behavior.
There are rules or taboos in Nyepi celebrations carried out by Hindus in Bali. The pantangan is Catur Brata Penyepian. There are 4 things that are taboos that must be carried out by Hindus, namely observing gene, observing lelungan, observing works, and observing auctions.
Amati Geni is a prohibition against lighting, such as fire, lights or other electronic objects when Nyepi. Hindus are not allowed to carry out activities involving electricity or fire, including the internet. This act has the meaning to fight the earth's lust.
Amati Lelungan is a taboo to travel out of the house when Nyepi. Hindus are required to stay at home with their families. The goal is that Hindus can worship to get closer to God more solemnly.
Amati Karya is a taboo to carry out activities or work in any form during Nyepi celebrations. The goal is that Hindus can focus on silence, to carry out self-introspection of all behaviors that have been done.
Amati Pelanguan is a taboo to have fun during Nyepi celebrations. Hindus are required to stop all forms of modest pleasure. So all forms of entertainment venues and shopping, such as malls, shops, and tourist attractions will be closed during Nyepi. In addition, Hindus will fast not to eat and drink for 24 hours. The goal is to be able to focus on worshiping to get closer to God.
There are sanctions or penalties for those who violate the taboo during Nyepi Day. Violators of Nyepi will be subject to customary sanctions, namely being detained until the next day by pecalang or security officers in the village there is a Balinese tribe. Violators will be required to clean up around the temple.
Sanctions for Catur Brata violators during Nyepi celebration also refer to Tridana. For people who violate by wandering outside the house, they will be subject to artanadana sanctions, which is to pay a fine of Rp. 100,000. In addition, violators will also be subject to sanctions for the spirit of funds, namely shame for committing wrong.
The rules regarding penalties or sanctions for Nyepi violators can vary in each region in Bali. In Pakraman Village, Kedewatan, Ubud District, Gianyar, there are special provisions to maintain order and quality of Nyepi celebrations. This rule is the result of a pulman decision (meeting) for the manners of the Dewatan Pakraman Village.
Violators of the Nyepi celebration will be fined Rp. 1 million. In addition, people who provoke the commotion will be burdened with additional punishment, namely being obliged to carry out the Pecaruan Amanca ceremony (with the sacrificial chicken manca color). In addition to receiving customary sanctions, Nyepi violators will also be brought to the authorities for legal processing.
Such is the review of sanctions for Nyepi violators in Bali. The implementation rules for Nyepi in Bali must be followed by everyone who lives or is on the Island of the Gods, by adjusting the background of their respective beliefs. Muslims in Bali, for example, may worship at the Mosque but on foot and do not use loudspeakers.
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