Muslims were reminded during Idul Fitri prayers on Wednesday to always pursue peace in life and to condemn any form of terrorism.

Muhammadiyah leadership board member Yunahar Ilyas said during a sermon at Al-Azhar Mosque in South Jakarta that Islam never approved of violence committed in the name of religion.

"Currently, we often feel insecure and without peace. The truth is, Islam tells us about peace on earth and also in heaven [...] We need to prove to the world that our religion loves peace," Yunahar told the congregation, referring to recent terrorist attacks in several countries.

Thousands of Muslim enjoyed peaceful Idul Fitri prayers at the Al-Azhar Mosque and across Jakarta. At Istiqlal Mosque in Central Jakarta, the congregation performed prayers under the guard of some 240 police personnel.

Dita Adinda, 26, from Serpong in Tangerang, Banten, said she was happy about the peaceful prayer at the mosque.

"I am hoping for a more peaceful year ahead, so that we could celebrate the day of victory [Idul Fitri] with more happiness," she said.

She added that before entering the mosque, she had been scanned and her belongings X-rayed at the entrance. (Cal/Vny)

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