Tag Archives: Batak Culture

Who is Igner Ludwig Nommensen? What is the Contribution for Indonesia?

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Nommensen came from Noordstrand Island in Schleswig, then part of Denmark. His family lived in poverty and suffering, so that since childhood, Nommensen was used to living in these conditions. Therefore, since childhood, he has been earning a living to help his parents. When he was 7 years old, Nommensen chose to shepherd geese instead […]

The story of ancient Batak fairy tales about Lake Toba

Once upon a time in ancient times there was a young man named Toba. He is an orphan. Everyday he worked in the fields. Occasionally he looked for fish in the river which was not far from his hut. The fish they catch are usually used as side dishes and the rest is sold to […]