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View all search resultsThe government unveiled West Jakarta's Murugan Temple on Sunday at an event led by the religious affairs minister, touting it as the biggest Hindu temple in the region and that it was open to all denominations of the religion.
The messages of Pope Francis and the example of Indonesia show the world and all people in it that different views and beliefs can promote harmony in diversity, so long as we all make an conscious effort to work together toward it.
Indonesia has been celebrated for its religious moderation and tolerance, but as in many other countries, minority faith groups here have been experiencing rising intolerance and restrictions on religious freedom.
It was declared by former President Soeharto in 1971 that Good Friday, the Wafat (passing) of Isa al-Masih, and the Kenaikan (ascension) of Isa al-Masih, would be public holidays. Starting this year, the latter will be officially known as the Ascension of Jesus Christ.
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