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The Javanese today practice their own slant, their own interpretation of Islam, shot through with animistic rites. Javanese pamongs, black magicians, mystic teachers and dukun (healers) are famous for their oracular powers and often influence powerful politicians. Incense is burned before beautiful works of art such as a topeng mask, a kris, a gong, or a famous bronze game/an. They could be objects of worship to individual families or to villages, often forming legends around themselves. These pusaka can charm people, ward off sickness and evil, make the rains come on time.