Batara Kala is the god of death in traditional Javanese and Balinese mythology, ruling over it in a cave along with Setesuyara.

[4] Traditionally, Javanese people try to obtain his favor, as the god of time and destruction, to prevent misfortune, especially to children.

[6] [7] Simon Monbaron notes that Batara Kala symbolizes the negative effects of having sexual relations in a fit of passion.

Batara Kala's negative aspects are described as a warning against the fate of all children born out of wedlock.

[2] Batara Kala's function, especially as a Kirtimukha, has been considered similar to Bhoma in Indian and Balinese Hinduism.