Wabub Joke Legi: Christians Join The Gathering During Eid In Southeast Minahasa

MINAHASA - The Deputy Regent of Southeast Minahasa, Joke Legi, asked residents in the area to continue to maintain tolerance of religious life ahead of Eid al-Fitr celebrations.

"Entering the celebration of Eid al-Fitr, we invite the public to continue to maintain the spirit of tolerance among religious believers," he said in Ratahan, quoted from Antara, Thursday, April 28.

He revealed that community life in Southeast Minahasa has been well maintained and has become a legacy that must be preserved by every generation.

"This has become a legacy from parents, to continue to maintain inter-religious harmony, including ahead of celebrations like this," he said.

In Southeast Minahasa Regency ahead of Eid al-Fitr, all residents participate to enliven.

"Those who are Christians also enliven and stay in touch with their brothers and sisters who celebrate Eid al-Fitr. And vice versa if Christians celebrate their religious holidays," he explained.

He hopes that, ahead of Eid al-Fitr, all residents will take care of each other in the diversity of social life in Southeast Minahasa Regency.

"Our area has become an example in North Sulawesi in caring for and maintaining the harmony of religious life, this must continue to be maintained by all members of the community," he said.