Batak folklore

Batak folklore encompasses rich oral stories, myths, and legends from the Batak people of North Sumatra, Indonesia. These stories often feature powerful spirits, ancestral figures, and supernatural beings that explain the origins of the world, natural phenomena, and cultural traditions. They emphasize values like respect for ancestors, harmony with nature, and social cohesion. Folklore is transmitted through ceremonies, rituals, and storytelling, serving both educational and spiritual purposes. These narratives preserve the Batak people's history, identity, and worldview, offering insight into their beliefs and cultural heritage rooted in a complex spiritual universe.