Moodbidri: Youngsters from different religions join hands, create giant Christmas star


Yashodhar Bangera

Daijiworld Media Network - Moodbidri (SP)

Moodbidri, Dec 18: Three young men from Shirtady, who belong to different faiths, have got involved with something that reinforces the values of unity and developing cordial relationships. They have given an invaluable Christmas message through their work.

Shirtady village is inhabited by people of different religions, and the village follows the principles of peace and harmony. Three youngsters from this village have decided to celebrate Christmas this year in a unique way.

The three men, who believe that disturbances in the society and danger posed to environment by the use of plastic are equally dangerous, have chosen to give a message to the society on Christmas this year. The youngsters who have joined hands for achieving this objective are Prasanna Joel Sequeira, Yatish Kulal, and Abdul Rauf, all from Shirtady.



They joined together and worked day and night for 15 days to create a 20 feet x 20 feet mega sized Christmas star. They have taken care to see that plastic is not used. This star has now been installed in the premises of Mount Carmel church here. It has become the cynosure of all eyes. For this star, the trio has used white cloth that symbolizes peace. They took upon this task with the specific purpose of spreading Christmas message, even though the cost factor was a little daunting.

The star has been made out of environment-friendly substances that are naturally available. In addition to these three men, about seven others also voluntarily joined hands with them. This entire team of ten members comprised of all the religions, which makes it unique. During the course of the creation of the star lasting 15 days, all the youngsters wore the T-shirts with Christmas greetings on them in the
same colour, like uniforms.

Environment-friendly

The star, made by using bamboo and used wooden pieces, has been draped entirely in white cloth. Betel nut husks have been artistically stuck on the white cloth. In the square space at the centre of the star, a tiny image of Infant Christ has been kept inside the cradle. This cradle continuously keeps rocking. Colour lighting has been provided from outside and fountain has been fitted below the star.

30 metres of white cloth, 50 kg betel nut husk, ten kg Maida, car viper motor, 20 feet bamboo, 15 feet old wooden pieces, and 250 grams of jute rope have been used for the star. A 20-metre long rosary has also been prepared by the youth which has been provided over the star. For the rosary, 60 betel nuts and rope made out of clothes have been used.

Peace and harmony

People from all the religions should imbibe humanity in their hearts to achieve peace and harmonious coexistence in society. India is a country that has people from diverse religions and cultures. Prasanna Joel Sequeira says that the purpose of making this star is to achieve unity and cordial relationship in the society. He said that three persons from different religions joined hands for the creation of the star to show concern for plastic-free environment and spread Christmas message.

Yatish Kulal said that they have been making small size stars since the last five years, and this time, they discussed the idea of making it on a large scale. He says that he has faith in the churches and Christians, and that everyone here is living in a friendly and trustworthy atmosphere. He says he is happy at being involved with making this star.

Abdul Rauf notes that the current generation is not interested even in getting to know the neighbours. He warns that this can give rise to a feeling of unhappiness in future. As all the religions preach peace, he feels this awareness should be spread to everyone, as living with mutual understanding is very important. He hoped that this star will stand a model for everyone who want peace in the society.

  

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  • Prasanna joel sequeira, Shirthady

    Sat, Dec 29 2018

    Thanks Daijiworld

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  • David Pais, Mangalore

    Wed, Dec 19 2018

    glory 2 God in the highest, & on earth peace, good will 2ward humans.

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  • James Philip D sa, Belman/Kuwait

    Wed, Dec 19 2018

    Great message to all those who fight and create fights in the name of religion. This was our Mangaluru..and it will be like this even in the future. Thank you guys for your tremendous hard work and Christmas message to everyone.

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  • Jossey Saldanha, Mumbai

    Wed, Dec 19 2018

    Welcome to the "World's biggest Festival" ...

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  • Jerome Pinto, Kashipatna/Shirthady

    Wed, Dec 19 2018

    Dear Gents,
    Your dedicated efforts & positive thinking with peace sharing environmental safe message to the world is highly appreciable! My recommendation is to have an appreciation award on the day of Christmas

    KUDOS

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  • Samson miranda, shirthady

    Wed, Dec 19 2018

    Feeling proud to be a shirthadian

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  • Sr.Rose Agnes A.C, Mangalore

    Wed, Dec 19 2018

    Great Achievement and a novel and creative way of proclaiming brotherhood! Thanks, Brothers!
    Sr.Rose Agnes A.C.

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  • Wilson Saldanha, Shirthady/ Kuwait

    Wed, Dec 19 2018

    Today My Shirthady took me to My Shirthady of 40 years back. Remembered my Muslim and Hindu neighbors. We used to share and have food together. Thank you Prasanna Joel Sequeira, Yatish Kulal, and Abdul Rauf.

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  • Prakash D' Cunha, Bajpe/ Ashoknagar/Abudhabi

    Wed, Dec 19 2018

    Hats off to you guys. May God Bless you All.

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  • Maria, Moodbidri

    Tue, Dec 18 2018

    Namma Bedra...... was great, is great and will be great !! Big salute to all bedra people and to these three guys in special.

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  • Vijay, Mangalore

    Tue, Dec 18 2018

    Let's make this world a better place to live. Unity in diversity.

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  • Rational thinker, MANGALURU

    Tue, Dec 18 2018

    Nothing unusual as most Indians love to live in perfect communal harmony since time immemorial.
    The common man doesn't care about religion and wants to live a peaceful life along with neighbours from all religions. All this communal and religion drama is created by the the ruling party for their political gains.

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  • Jossey Saldanha, Mumbai

    Tue, Dec 18 2018

    There's only One God & we all respect our Creator ...

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  • Coman man, Udupi

    Tue, Dec 18 2018

    Even after people identify themself with certain caste groups!!!!

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  • Jossey Saldanha, Mumbai

    Wed, Dec 19 2018

    We Idiots created "Religion & Caste" according to our Convenience ...

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  • Rajesh, Karkala

    Wed, Dec 19 2018

    First time in 70 years ! any how Kudos to the people who were involved in this Noble work & Marry Christmas... Cheers!!!!!!!!

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  • SUNNY DSOUZA, MARNIMIKATTE MANGALORE

    Tue, Dec 18 2018

    Fantastic very good
    Please don't involve Politicians
    Christmas is love for all without caste and religions

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  • khader, udupi

    Tue, Dec 18 2018

    In fact an excellent gesture of unity.

    I appeal everybody to have control over once all ill feelings and also do good deed as human beings and contribute towards creating healthy, peaceful and harmonious society, which is one of the need of the hour for everyone's survival.

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  • Don, Mangalore

    Tue, Dec 18 2018

    Between the general public of different faiths we have seen time and again people coming together and helping each other and doing very many noble deeds. In this case where 3 persons of three faiths came together and built a Star. But when it comes to leaders of our communities they would rather give each other tight slaps and show them "Stars" during the day.

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  • CHARLES SALDANHA, MALAD-MALWANI

    Tue, Dec 18 2018

    Very good indeed. I hope the misled youngsters will change their minds.

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