Barong is a character in the mythology of Bali. He is the king of the spirits,
leader of the hosts of good, and enemy of Rangda in the mythological traditions
of Bali. Banas Pati Rajah is the fourth “brother” or spirit child that accompanies
a child throughout life. Banas Pati Rajah is the spirit which animates Barong.
A protector spirit, he is often represented by a lion, and traditional
performances of his struggles against Rangda are popular parts of Balinese culture.
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