•In the art of CandiSukuh, we also see an early indication of the kris(also keris) or ritual dagger as an important magical instrument for rituals in Javanese society (and in some other cultures of Indonesia as well).
•Today, even in the Muslim era, many sacred rituals in Javanese society involve a kris.
•These daggers are highly valued, and are seen as having a sacred power of their own, which was invested in them at the time of their making.
•Many people speak of krisesthat performed amazing magical acts.
•Traditionally, a man would wear a krisfor a ritual or ceremonial occasion.