The Legend of Yeh Pules: The Silent Water Mystery at Beji Taman Gerokgak Tengah

Long ago, in a small village called Banjar Gerokgak Tengah, there was a sacred place known as Beji Taman. This spring became a source of life for the surrounding community because from there, the sacred fountain water flowed, providing blessings to those who came to collect it. Every morning, precisely around four o'clock, the villagers would flock to Beji Taman to collect water and bathe in the sacred fountain, which was believed to cleanse the body and soul.

The Bathing Fountain at Beji Taman (Source: Personal Collection)

Among them, there was a young man named Cahyadi. Like the other residents, he always came to Beji Taman every morning to collect water. However, one day an event occurred that he had never imagined before. That night, Cahyadi woke up earlier and thought it was already four o'clock, even though the clock still showed two o'clock in the morning. With a sincere intention, he still headed to Beji Taman carrying a water jar (kendi).

Statue Carving at Beji Taman (Source: Personal Collection)

Upon arriving there, the atmosphere was so silent and not a single person was around as usual. What was even more surprising was that the fountain water did not make a splashing sound at all. The water flowed so calmly as if it did not touch the ground. In fact, the fountain that had long been dry suddenly poured out clear water, flowing swiftly without any clear reason.

Believed to Be a Miraculous Fountain (Source: Personal Collection)

Cahyadi stood transfixed witnessing the miracle. A mixture of fear and awe filled his heart. With full faith, he collected the water into his jar. He realized that the water was no ordinary water, but sacred water full of blessings.

Upon arriving home, he stored the water carefully and used it for drinking and cleansing himself. Since that time, Cahyadi's life began to change. His work became easier, his business went smoothly, and fortune came in abundance. He realized that all of it was a gift from the sacred water of Beji Taman, which later became known as Yeh Pules, blessed water that brings peace and prosperity.

Mebanten at Beji Taman’s Fountain (Source: Personal Collection) 

As time went by, Cahyadi did not only collect water, but also began performing mabanten as an expression of gratitude to the Deity who resides at Beji Kayehan. He realized that the blessing was a gift from God that must be guarded and respected.

Cahyadi's story spread throughout the village. Beji Taman became increasingly respected as a sacred place full of blessings. Until now, the story of Yeh Pules is still remembered as a sign that God is always present providing guidance and His grace, even through simple things like a stream of water that is clear and serene.