Konsep “Mecaru” Dalam Budaya Bali Sebagai Jembatan Penginjilan Terhadap Orang Bali

Abstract

Mecaru is a traditional Hindu ceremony in Bali which aims to maintain human harmony with the surrounding nature. This mecaru ceremony is also known as Butha Yadnya which consists of five natural elements namely earth, water, air, fire, and ether (empty element). Through religious traditions it can be a means of learning in instilling spiritual values ??in mankind so that they care about ecology. This study uses a descriptive qualitative method by reviewing literature such as books, scientific articles and other journals related to this study. The results of this study concluded that the mecara ceremony can be a means of serving cross-cultural missions in evangelism. Sang Hyang Jesus (Jesus Christ) is the great caru who sacrificed himself on the cross to replace human sin. Through this great caru, humans can obtain safety, holiness and peace in their lives.