TPZ S3 Episode 5 – Java Mysticism – Ancient Wisdom in the Modern World

Kebatinan, kejawen and tenaga dalam are some of the mystical practices in the island of Java, Indonesia; spiritual methods that predate even Hinduism and Buddhism. In this episode, Li Kim travels to Yogyakarta to personally learn and experience these energies that come from Gunung Merapi and the southern sea of Parangtritis, which seem to be still alive in the hearts of the Javanese. But can it withstand the test of time and how far has it changed since its historical inception? Here, Li Kim sees whether kejawen, meaning your internal power, is more potent, or what is outside of you. The ancient practice is definitely more mystical whereby there is focus on invincibility (can’t be hurt by weapons) and in today’s context, it focuses more on emotional wellbeing. Why? Because in the olden days, there were physical wars and the warriors were in battle. Today, all wars are actually mental and in the business world. Thus, is the mystical practice of Java still pure and relevant?