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Epidemic Tests Harmony on the Slopes of Mt Merbabu

Residents of Thekelan hampet on Mount Merbabu, Central Java, have long maintained religious harmony, but had to temporarily halt their tradition of exchanging physical greetings this year.

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ADITYA PUTRA PERDANA
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Muslims break the fast at the Abu Bakr as-Siddiq Mosque, Thekelan hamlet, Batur village, Getasan district, Semarang regency, Central Java, Sunday (2/6/2019). In addition to Muslims, the fast-breaking event was also attended by Buddhist, Christian and Catholic residents. For a long time, harmony among religious believers in the village has been well maintained.

Residents of Thekelan hampet on Mount Merbabu, Central Java, have long maintained religious harmony, but had to temporarily halt their tradition of exchanging physical greetings this year. However, their sense of religious tolerance has not declined. The outbreak has been unable to break the community bond that has prevailed across the generations.

Every year, the residents of Thekelan hamlet in Batur village, Getasan district, Semarang regency, deeply interpret all Muslim, Christian, Catholic and Buddhist religious holidays. On these occasions, the village streets are filled with people in orderly lines, shaking the hands of their neighbors one by one. Despite their different beliefs, the people embrace each other and wish each other a happy holiday with sincerity.

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naranasrullah
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