In a fertile village in Central Java, there lived a well-respected man named Kyai Ageng Selo. He was known for his wisdom, kindness, and mysterious powers that made people admire and trust him.

Before his renown for his supernatural powers, Kyai Ageng Selo was an ordinary farmer. He diligently worked his fields for his family's well-being.

A Master Farmer

One time, a long dry season hit. The rice fields dried up, harvests failed, and drought afflicted the village. The villagers began to worry.

 The Long Dry Season

Seeing his people's suffering, Kyai Ageng Selo didn't stay idle. He prayed to God for rain to fall soon.

Kyai Ageng Selo's Prayer

As if his prayers were heard, shortly after, the sky grew dark. The wind blew strong, a sign that a storm was coming.

 Cloudy Skies

Indeed, heavy rain poured down, accompanied by strong winds and roaring thunder. Lightning flashed terrifyingly.

The Storm Arrives

One lightning bolt struck too close to where Kyai Ageng Selo stood. He felt a powerful electric shock.

A Painful Flash

However, instead of being afraid, Kyai Ageng Selo showed extraordinary courage. He wasn't afraid in the slightest.

Extraordinary Courage

With the power bestowed upon him, Kyai Ageng Selo suddenly caught the lightning that struck towards him! The lightning seemed to become a ball of energy in his hand.

Lightning in Hand

The villagers who witnessed the event were shocked and astonished. They couldn't believe what they saw.

Villagers' Amazement

Miraculously, after Kyai Ageng Selo caught the lightning, the storm quickly subsided. Rain fell gently, bringing blessings to the entire village

 A Blessed Rain

Thanks to the rain, the dry fields became fertile again. Harvests were abundant, bringing prosperity to the village.

Fields Green Again