The existence of pasraman kilat as a non-formal education in Lingsar temple

This article describes the existence of pasraman kilat (a short religious courses) organized by the government in Lingsar Temple, in order to complete the lack of Hindu religious education for school children in Mataram. These are non-formal activities that held once a year during the long school holidays. The purpose of this pasraman kilat is increasing the sraddha and bhakti of younger generation which is presented to Ida Sang Hyang Widhi Wasa through a religious guidance. In this pasraman, students are nurtured mentally and spiritually, so that, in the future, it is expected that the students will become the next intelligent, virtuous and wise generation.

There are three problems outlined in this paper, namely: first, the form of pasraman kilat in Lingsar; second, pasraman kilat contribution towards the younger generation; and the last, supporting factors and obstacles in the implementation of the pasraman kilat. All of the problems are described narratively and qualitatively. Data on the presence of pasraman kilat was gathered through a direct observation and interviews. A description onthe existence of Pesraman Kilat is expected to become a consideration for government and related parties who would be able to take the right policy so that the same program or any other program associated with it can be held continuously.