Exploring Concept of Clergy Well-Being: the Case of Hindu Clergy (Sulinggih) in Bali

Abstract

Clergy, particularly Hindu clergy (Sulinggih) in Bali, are typically thought to place a high value on spiritual matters (cura animarum), hence it is assumed that their well-being will be approached differently. This study aims to explore the concept of Sulinggih well-being in Bali. This study used qualitative methods, with the main objective of exploring and formulating the concept of well-being as defined by Sulinggih in Bali. Data was collected through in-depth interviews with ten informants using purposive sampling, followed by the snowball technique. The results of the research found that well-being according to Sulinggih in Bali is a relative condition where all aspects of well-being are fulfilled, both material (economic) and non-material (physical, psychological, spiritual and social) in accordance with the life goals of Hindus, namely Catur Purusa Artha and believed to be a result of the law of Karmaphala. The contribution of this research in developing the concept of clergy well-being and the implications of this research in religious life in Bali are also discussed in this paper.