How many people know that there is a god in Indonesian oldest Chinese temple in Jakarta? And who knew the oldest church in the city was originally built for the slaves, who were released in exchange for changing their religion?
Most residents of Jakarta probably neither know nor care much about the old houses of worship of minority religions. However, these places offer fascinating links the past and worth a visit for those seeking a spiritual change of scene from the monotony of modern monuments to consumption.
Koan Im Temple was razed in October 1740 the Dutch calmed a rebellion by killing most of the approximately 11,000 Chinese residents of Batavia. The ethnic cleansing of the merchant class of the city caused a recession, which was overcome when more Chinese were attracted to the area by the prospect of profit. Fifteen years after its destruction, the temple was rebuilt in 1775 by the Chinese captain Oei Tjhie, which renamed Kim Tek Yi (Golden Temple of Virtue) to mean that people should focus more on the kindness materialism.
The common name of the temple is in Mandarin Jin Yuan and is now visited by more than 100 people every day, most of the followers of Buddhism, Taoism and Confucianism, as well as some tourists. historical attraction aside, the temple is an open space peaceful haven, covering some 3,000 square meters, and the colorful iconography rarely seen in Jakarta. There are 24 stations altar and over 50 statues of deities. Under a long beard deities is an intriguing plaque bearing the words: "Typically local Indonesian God" This particular god was a real person, born Kwee Lak Kwa in Central Java city of Semarang in 1695. After the massacre. 1740, Kwee was among the leaders of a Chinese guerrilla war against the Dutch, but it disappeared near the northern coastal town of Tegal after the rebellion faltered in 1742. he was killed with two renowned Javanese aid while fighting against the Netherlands on the island of Karang Jeruk, although legend has it that his ship was attacked by pirates off the Dutch Tegal and he escaped by walking on water. Tales soon emerged that had obtained supernatural powers and was to help fishermen. An emperor of the Qing dynasty granted the title of Kwee Tek Cin Jin Hai (Guardian God of Sea Trade). There are statues of him at six temples across Java.
the simplest way to achieve Wihara Dharma Bhakti is to take a taxi or the Busway at Jalan Gajah Mada, then walk to Glodok that access is through the cramped streets and parking n is not easy. Directly across Glodok away from Jalan Busway is Kemurnian I. chef there until the end, finding the man selling caged birds with clipped wings (purchased by the faithful, who believe that they will receive good karma to free the creatures from captivity, birds, and even mutilated homing pigeons) and behind it is the entrance of the temple. If you missed it, just ask any local for kelenteng or candy (both means temple). Just off the main complex are separate, newer temples and outside them are many beggars, mostly older prostrate on the ground. For those who wish to pray, incense sticks, red candles, scented oil and joss paper are for sale. Some visitors also bring fruits, flowers, pork and money as offerings. There is a pervasive smell of incense and a little smoke and ash. Visitors can pick up some brochures with mantras and offered advice on how to deal with the adversities of life, such as "Why is my unfaithful husband?" And "Why not children think?". The temple is open 5:00 to 5:00 p.m. and admission is free. If you take the Busway, note that there is no pedestrian crossing or overpass at the Glodok shelter to take care dodging traffic.
And therefore the oldest church in Jakarta, which is Gereja Sion, built on 1693-1695 and on the corner of bustling Jalan Mangga Dua Raya and Jalan Pangeran Jayakarta quieter (a walk health Glodok temple). While Christian houses of worship in some parts of Indonesia are closed due to the failure of the government to fight against religious intolerance, Gereja Sion was a protected heritage site since 1972 and receives maintenance fund of the city . There are no beggars outside, but sometimes there are policemen stopping motorcyclists to illegally turn on Jalan Pangeran Jayakarta. These offenses are quickly resolved with an informal fine on the spot.
The church was originally named De Nieuwe Potugeesche Buitenkerk (Portuguese Church New Outer), being the second in Batavia for Portuguese and just outside the walls of the city. As the Dutch conquered the Portuguese trading ports in Coromandel (1616), Malacca (1641) and Ceylon (1656), they sent many natives and Eurasians in Batavia as slaves, most of whom were Catholics because of Portuguese influence. The Dutch promised them freedom if they convert to Protestantism and speak Dutch. It was for these former slaves, called Mardijkers, the church was built. Since 1675 the site had already been the site of a small Catholic chapel used by Mardijkers. One of the governors general of the Dutch East India Company, Hendrick Zwaardecroon, was buried at the church cemetery in 1728, according to his wish to be among ordinary people. His is one of only 11 remaining graves, although, in 170, only 2,381 people were buried there in the midst of an epidemic of plague.
When main Dutch Church of Batavia was damaged in the 1730s and underwent many renovations, officials and their families began to use the Church Outer New Portuguese. This led to the development of luxury shops in the area and Mardijkers were expelled, are in Cilincing in North Jakarta. They managed to build their own church in 1738, only to be destroyed two years later by Chinese rebels, who considered the accomplices of the Dutch. Today, some descendants of Mardijkers now live in Pajambon area near Gambir Train Station.
The church eventually became known simply as the Portuguese Church after an original within the town burned in 1808. When the Japanese occupied Java from 1942 to 1945 they planned to use the church as a deposit for cremated remains of their dead soldiers, but ended up using most Immanuel church near Gambir. After independence, the Portuguese church has come under the control of Western Indonesia Protestant Church, which in 1957 changed the name of Gereja Sion after Sion Hill ancient Jerusalem. In the 1960s some of the graves were moved to Tanah Abang to make way for a parking lot.
Today the church looks like a square block unexciting from the outside, with a basketball court next to a primary school, but inside are many treasures, including copper chandeliers of origin India, a huge original organ (currently awaiting funds for repair), an octagonal baroque pulpit above, several ornamental original chairs and other objects.
originally located on 6725 square meters of land, the land of the church were reduced in 1984 to expand the two streets outside. Were also displaced about 0 parishioners who lived on Jalan Mangga Dua.
The church has a capacity of 1,500 worshipers. Three services are held every Sunday, including one in Mandarin, while the nearby school loves it on Monday morning. Visitors are welcome, generally 8:00 to 4:00 p.m. on weekdays, and should ask the security guard at the door for a visit before attempting to enter. The tour includes a chance to sign the visitors' book placed atop a donation box. The guard tower can also appreciate a gift for his efforts. Just like how some mosques announce donations received regular newsletter church faithfully records who gave how much to fundraising activities.
Although it is impossible to imagine any religion in Indonesia, taking the time to enjoy the sites of its religious minorities can not hurt.
Kenneth Yeung is nothing but a hypocrite.
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