Bissu: Between Existence and Non-Existence
The public is unaware of their presence. Their rites now form part of a tourism program. But why is the noted dramatist Robert Wilson so interested in putting their stories on stage?
April 16, 2002
Puang allataalami puwakku seuwwa,
Deaseng naturuseng nappunnai ritu Nabi Muhamma nabiku
E.. puwang paturungekka barakka
(I have only one God, nothing else is called such. Prophet Muhammad is my apostle. God, let us have your blessings .)
A quiet house is the palace of the bissu.
The house on stilts is located in front of the official residence of the Sigeri Regent, Pangkep Regency. At first glance, the new house looks just like an ordinary traditiona
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