Many in the Singkawang community rely on the services of the tatungpeople who have been possessed by the spirits of the sky godsin various aspects of their lives. "We believe these gods have responsibility over human life," said Wijaya Kurnaiwan, an expert in Singkawang culture. The services of these tatung are needed to heal internal and external illnesses, protect against spirit possession and clear towns and residences from evil spirits, Wijaya