They believe that life on earth is one stage in the continuity of existence. The cycle begins at birth and it is a cherished event. The umbilical cord is preserved and kept for life, and the birth is attended by the entire family and a holy man who invokes spiritual powers to aid the delivery.
Death is merely a rite of passage when the soul is freed.
It will commence its great journey before being reborn into a future generation. There is a myriad of festivals in Bali. Some are dedicated to the art of woodcarving, the birth of a goddess, and percussion instruments. Religious Festivals Religious festivals include odalan , which signifies the anniversary of a temple's founding. These festivals last a couple of days to a week.