The Philosophy of One Furnace, Three Stones Can Be a Model for Strengthening Tolerance

The Vice President conveyed that the analogy of "one stove, three stones" is interpreted as a principle of the Fakfak community to strengthen tolerance. The ability to unite customs, religion, and government in social life.

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Vice President Maruf Amin urged church leaders in Papua to continue nurturing national unity. The Vice President conveyed his message during the opening of the 168th Gospel Day Conference, organized by the Fellowship of Churches in Papua throughout Papua in Manokwari on Saturday (15/7/2023).

MANOKWARI, KOMPAS - Vice President Ma'ruf Amin invites church leaders in Papua< /a> to continue to maintain national ties. The local philosophy ”one three stone stove” which strengthens tolerance in Papua also needs to be an example.

This was conveyed by the Vice President when opening the 168th Day of Evangelism which was held by the Communion of Papuan Churches (PGGP) throughout the Land of Papua in Manokwari, West Papua Province, Saturday (15/ 7/2023). Also present at the event were Acting Governor of West Papua Paulus Waterpauw and 250 pastors and PGGP administrators.

The existing differences in Indonesia are the social capital to strengthen national and regional development.

The differences that exist in Indonesia are a social capital to strengthen national and regional development. Therefore, the philosophy of "one stove three stones" can become a model of Indonesian national harmony.

"Practices and values of locality like the 'one stove three stones' are able to unite the hearts and steps of religion, tradition, and government," said Vice President Amin.

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One Stove Three Stones Monument in Fakfak Regency, West Papua, Wednesday (24/5/2023). In Fakfak Regency, there is a philosophy called "one stove three stones". This philosophy has become a guideline for the diverse community in Fakfak, regardless of their beliefs, to live harmoniously and with tolerance, even within families or clans. As a result, many residents have become involved in religious activities, despite having different beliefs.

This philosophy was also appreciated by the Vice President during his meeting with traditional leaders, religious figures, and community leaders in Fakfak Regency, West Papua, the day before. Fakfak demonstrates excellent religious harmony among its people.

A prominent Catholic Christian religious figure in Fakfak, Deacon Didimus Temongmere, conveyed on Friday, July 14, 2023, that Catholics were well-received by Muslim brothers and sisters when they first arrived in Papua, starting from Baham land in Fakfak. They also introduced these pastors to the non-religious community.

Chairman of the Interfaith Harmony Forum (FKUB) Ali Hindom explained during an event in Fakfak that the harmony among religious communities in Fakfak has been well-established since ancient times. All religious communities, including Islam, Protestant Christianity, Catholicism, Hinduism, Buddhism, and Confucianism, coexist peacefully in Fakfak.

According to Vice President Amin, during his meeting with community leaders in Fakfak, the three rocks of equal size used to support the fireplace are very sturdy, strong, and heat-resistant. The three rocks arranged in a circle can support a cooking pot or pan. This analogy signifies the principle of the Fakfak community's ability to unite customs, religion, and government in community life.

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Traditional dancers prepare to welcome guests at Torea Airport, Fakfak Regency, West Papua, on Monday (22/5/2023). In Fakfak Regency, there is a philosophy called "one stove three stones". This philosophy serves as a guide for the diverse community of Fakfak with varied beliefs, even within one family or clan, to live harmoniously and with tolerance.

In his speech at the Gospel Proclamation Day Conference event, the Vice President also explained that Papua is currently undergoing changes under the auspices of special autonomy. "The presence of four new provinces (in Papua) actually reaffirms the state's commitment to building a more prosperous, just, and advanced Great House of Papua," he said.

Therefore, the Vice President emphasized once again the importance of harmony between the bureaucratic approach of the government and the cultural and religious approach. Collaboration and partnership with the church are considered important for the success of development.

Collaboration and partnership with the church are considered important for the success of development.

PGGP and the leaders of the Synod are also expected to encourage acceleration of development in the spirit of the Great House of Papua. "Although there are now six provinces, I believe that the principle of 'We Papua as a cultural unity on the land of Papua' can become a solid foundation in one unified step to achieve common prosperity," said the Vice President.

The Synod leadership, PGGP, and religious figures are expected to formulate a large strategy and work plan in accordance with Papua's context for the next 20 years. However, church thinking is limited to align with the government's grand design, called the Papua Accelerated Development Master Plan 2022-2041.

Progress and prosperity

Meanwhile, in their report, the General Chairman of PGGP West Papua, Reverend Serly Parinusa, acknowledged that various complex issues that characterize life in Papua must be addressed seriously and sincerely. Therefore, Papua's natural resources must be managed properly for the progress and welfare of native Papuans on their own land.

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Chairman of the West Papua PGGP Rev. Serly Parinusa.

Therefore, continued Reverend Serly, the Gospel Proclamation Day is held to provide a forum for church leaders to hold consultations and find strategic solutions. Realistic formulas will be conveyed to the central government and local government.

In his speech, the Acting Governor of West Papua, Paulus Waterpauw, said that many people still live in fear, suspicion, and endless revenge. "But we will not be able to move forward if our minds are still bound by cultural and traditional issues that do not contribute to development," he said.

Thus, the spirit of the gospel fire is expected to encourage churches to participate in building church and national unity and to collaborate with all parties in building Papua.