Deep Play

Wow, I have to admit that even for me this was a slow read. That aside I would like to point out a couple of things that I found really interesting. I was completely amazed at the sheer weight that the Balinese people place on these cockfights without really placing any weight on them. I know it sounds weird but please bear with me.
It becomes clear that the cocks are a representation of their owners. Everything that the owner sees in himself, he will try to culture in his bird. His honor, his dignity, and even his social status. It’s interesting to me that theses cockfights are like wars in other countries. They ally some and destroy others, yet the only blood shed is that of the chicken. Please don’t get me wrong, ALL life should be cherished and protected. But remember one thing. Violence is a part of nature that is inescapable. To eat and to survive, one (man or animal) must kill.