JAKARTA - Minister of Religion (Menag), Nasaruddin Umar invites all elements of the nation to make the Holy Day of Nyepi New Year Saka 1948 as a momentum to strengthen brotherhood and maintain harmony in the midst of diversity.
"On behalf of the Government of the Republic of Indonesia and personally, I convey Happy Holy Day of Nyepi and Saka New Year 1948," said the Minister of Religion, Nasaruddin Umar in his statement in Jakarta, Wednesday, March 18, as quoted by Antara.
The Minister of Religion said that this year's Nyepi celebration felt special, because it took place in the atmosphere of the holy month of Ramadan and was close to Idulfitri 1447 H.
He assessed that the meeting of the two religious moments became a strong symbol of the value of cross-faith togetherness.
"This is not just a coincidence, but a reminder that we are in one spirit of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam: One Earth, One Family," he said.
The Minister of Religion explained that the theme emphasizes that differences are not a barrier, but rather a strength to strengthen brotherhood as a nation. This value, he said, is also reflected in the teachings of Catur Brata Penyepian which are carried out by Hindus during Nyepi.
Through Amati Geni, people are invited to extinguish the fire within themselves, such as anger and egoism. Meanwhile, Amati Karya is a space to stop for a moment from physical activity and introspection.
Then, Amati Lelungan teaches not to travel, giving nature the opportunity to rest and restore balance. Amati Lelanguan encourages people to give up worldly entertainment in order to find inner clarity.
"By carrying out Nyepi, Hindu people are actually giving a pause to the universe. If we honor nature, nature will also honor our human dignity," said the Minister of Religion.
The Minister of Religion is optimistic that the spirit of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam will continue to encourage Hindus to play an active role in maintaining harmony and strengthening social cohesion in Indonesia.
"Hopefully Ida Sanghyang Widhi Wasa will always bestow peace, health, and well-being on us all," he said.
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