Balinese Tooth Filing 😨

Balinese Tooth Filing 😨

Humanity has long struggled with its bestial nature. Suspended as we are between the animal world of our origins and the spiritual ideals we aspire to, how can we vanquish our more savage impulses and retain our standing as a higher species?

The answer lies in bodily transformation, via everything from our clothing and hairstyles to the shape of our teeth.

Yes, our teeth. Humans are omnivores, and are therefore equipped to handle a varied diet. We boast incisors and canines for ripping and tearing, while our molars and premolars handle the grinding.

On the Indonesian island of Bali, those carnivorous teeth are problematic. There, tooth filing is a rite of passage into adulthood and a key indicator of social, aesthetic and spiritual well-being.

We're not talking about sharpened points here, but rather the reverse: a general filing down of the carnivorous canines and incisors.

The Balinese smooth away the fang-like qualities of human teeth and, in doing so, smooth away the savage aspects of the soul. Ideally, the ritualized procedure is performed by a Brahmin priest, though your local Balinese dentist can also manage it.

For those who can't afford tooth filing, charitable organizations or individuals may step in to sponsor the procedure. And should you be so unfortunate to die with un-modified teeth?

Well, then the teeth of your corpse can be filed down to ensure your passage into the spirit realm.

Source : http://www.stufftoblowyourmind.com/blogs/higher-human-forms-balinese-tooth-filing.htm