Christmas Celebration, Puan Invites The Community To Strengthen Tolerance Between Religious Peoples

JAKARTA - The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Puan Maharani, invites the entire community to strengthen tolerance between religious believers during the 2024 Christmas Day. According to her, tolerance is the key to building a peaceful nation.

"I invite all Indonesian people to make Christmas moments an opportunity to strengthen their commitment to religious tolerance. Let's turn on the lamp of peace between religious believers," said Puan in her statement, Tuesday, December 24.

"In a country rich in cultural and religious diversity, tolerance is the key in building a peaceful nation, as well as maintaining unity and integrity," he added.

The chairman of the PDIP DPP then gave an example of how the value of togetherness between religious believers is often seen at moments like during Christmas celebrations. Puan assessed that this was part of tolerance.

"Every big mass such as Christmas Day, various elements of society from various religious and cultural backgrounds often participate in maintaining the comfort of Christians," he said.

There are even those who participate in helping security in the church. I see this as true harmony. It's so beautiful. This is really Bhinneka Tunggal Ika," continued Puan.

Puan explained that every religion has a teaching that encourages its people to live a good and harmonious life with others. Puan also reminded the importance of everyone respecting the trust of each citizen as a concrete tolerant attitude that must be nurtured in everyday life.

"Openness and listening attitude can relieve any potential conflicts that may arise due to differences of opinion," he said.

On the other hand, Puan asked the Government and relevant stakeholders to ensure the safety and comfort of Christians in celebrating Christmas. So that Christians can worship Christmas Eve and Christmas worship tomorrow solemnly.

Once again I wish a happy Christmas to the people who celebrate. May Christmas peace bring blessings to all of us," said Puan.