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        "msgid": "maruf-amins-eid-prayer-sermon-differences-should-not-be-opposed-but-united-1774065077",
        "date": "2026-03-21 09:39:48",
        "title": "Ma'ruf Amin's Eid Prayer Sermon: Differences Should Not Be Opposed, But United",
        "author": "David Oliver Purba",
        "source": "KOMPAS",
        "tags": "",
        "topic": "Politics",
        "summary": "In his sermon during the Eid prayer at Jakarta City Hall, Vice President Ma'ruf Amin emphasised the importance of unity amid Indonesia's diversity, likening societal differences to musical instruments that produce beautiful harmony when played together. He warned that unmanaged differences can lead to division, but when bridged through social ties, they become a source of strength, urging Muslims to use Eid al-Fitr as a starting point for moral and spiritual renewal and improving relations with others. The event was attended by Jakarta's Governor Pramono Anung, Deputy Governor Rano Karno, former Governor Fauzi Bowo, and DPRD Chairman Khoirudin, highlighting its significance in promoting national cohesion.",
        "content": "<p>Jakarta - Ma\u2019ruf Amin, in his sermon as the imam during the Eid\nprayer at the Jakarta City Hall courtyard on Saturday (21\/3\/2026),\nhighlighted the importance of maintaining unity amid the diversity of\nIndonesian society.<\/p>\n<p>According to him, the differences that occur in Indonesia should not\nbecome a source of conflict.<\/p>\n<p>He likened differences to musical instruments, which, when united,\nproduce beautiful music.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe violin is not the same as the piano, the drum is not the same as\nthe flute. But when played together, beautiful music is born. So it is\nwith our societal life,\u201d said Ma\u2019ruf Amin.<\/p>\n<p>He stated that differences that are not managed well can trigger\ndivision.<\/p>\n<p>However, conversely, if woven through social interactions,\ndifferences become a social strength.<\/p>\n<p>Ma\u2019ruf also reminded that Eid al-Fitr is a momentum to return to\none\u2019s innate nature, namely the pure and holy condition of humans.<\/p>\n<p>Therefore, he invited Muslims not only to make Eid al-Fitr a\nceremonial celebration, but also as a starting point for improving\nrelations with fellow humans.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cEid al-Fitr is a victory of moral and spiritual values,\u201d he\nsaid.<\/p>\n<p>The Eid prayer at Jakarta City Hall was attended by officials,\nincluding Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung, and Deputy Governor Rano\nKarno.<\/p>\n<p>Also present were former Jakarta Governor Fauzi Bowo or Foke and DPRD\nJakarta Chairman Khoirudin.<\/p>",
        "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/maruf-amins-eid-prayer-sermon-differences-should-not-be-opposed-but-united-1774065077",
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