When a young girl of a high caste family reaches the age of puberty, a ceremony is held to announce her status as a mature woman. First she goes into strict seclusion and thoroughly cleanses her body. After three days she emerges in gold brocades and a crown of flowers to receive a purification blessing from the priest. Frequently , a tooth-filing ceremony follows, also a custom of initiation for both boys and girls. With this ceremony completed, a Balinese looks forward to a life less prone to human frailty and error.
Straight teeth make for prettier smiles, too.
Ferocious snarls, with long canines swerving from the mouth, are reserved for the ghastly grimaces of witches and demons. Our Banners Presented by Bali Vision Jl. Inc. All Rights Reserved.