Sewu Tample : Meaning of Tolerance and uniqueness

Candi Sewu

Not far from the Prambanan temple there are no less exotic, the temple was built around the 8th century named Sewu. There is no definite explanation about the name of this temple, but some say, Sewu name given because of the large number of temples in the complex Sewu. Another source said, if the name comes from the legend Sewu Roro Jongrang.

Historically, Temple Sewu initially named Manjus Ri Grha  which means House of Manjusri. It is said that Manjusri is one Buddhisatva name in Buddhism. Based on these inscriptions, then entered the ranks Sewu Buddhist temple in Indonesia. It was contained in the tablets in 792 which was found in 1960.

Visitors can enter Sewu from various directions. At first glance, if observed, the main door of the temple are in the eastern part. Because, in the eastern part there are two statues Dwarapala, namely statues guard. The main temple is shaped polygon with about 30 meters high whose sides are stupa. Had suffered damage caused by the earthquake that occurred in 2006, the stake of the temple is now strengthened with a more solid foundation.

Many believe Sewu and Prambanan Temple is an area formerly used as a hub in the various sectors of life. As the spread of Hindu-Buddhist, and political center of urban life. The opinion was reinforced by the position of Prambanan and Sewu adjacent to each other that stretches from the slopes of Mount Merapi to the borders of Klaten.

Traveled to Sewu with family is one right choice. In addition to its location not too far from Prambanan, Sewu temple complex is also not as hot as it is surrounded pohoh-shady trees.

Visited Sewu means also learn the meaning of tolerance that has been in Indonesia since the days of ancient Java. This is shown by the position of the temple adjacent to each other despite the different breath, Prambanan Hindu breath while Sewu flavorful Buddha. (Indonesiakaya)

The uniqueness of the Temple Sewu

Candi Sewu

Sewu temple is a temple that is 999 because temples are approaching 1000 that's why the call but has not yet reached the temple sewu 1000. The temple is also included Buddhist temple in the village Bugisan, sub Prambanan, Klaten regency, Central Java. This temple is a temple mixture of Hinduism and Buddhist religions which is made from rocks that adds to the beauty of this sewu temple. The temple is made because the prince and the queen of every religion and the queen asked for the request to the king to make 1000 temples with overnight until sunrise, but when the sun had risen manufacture of the temple was unresolved. The temple is made by either the front page of the temple which is limited by a solid fence as a gateway into the temple, and the gate was located on each side of the wind.

Candi sewu has many temples in it, there are ancillary temples temples are complementary in the courtyard of the temple sewu scattered in the temple area sewu consisting of 240 pieces with a small size which adds to the impression that is unique from the temple sewu is perwara increased the number because of the temple sewu because a lot of numbers. Candi wedge slightly larger than perwara yet utamalah temple which has a larger size, the location of the temple enclose also scattered in the courtyard of the main temple of the number of temples wedge too much and increase the number of the main temple. The peculiarity of this temple because their numbers are almost reached 1000.

Temple sewu made in tourist attractions, the temple is very nice because the temple has beauty inside and outside the temple. The temple is also not far from lor temple, the temple and the other to be biased to facilitate the visitors can also come to another temple just to enjoy the scenery here and in other temples. Much has been kecandi sewu because this temple has a difference in the number of temples located around the main temple, in addition to the uniqueness of this temple scenery also makes visitors come to this sewu temple. (pakairansel)

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Prambanan : The Beautiful Hindu Temple in the World

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Prambanan is the masterpiece of Hindu culture of the 10th century. The building is slim and 47 meters tall create incomparable architectural beauty.

Prambanan is the extraordinarily beautiful building that was built in the 10th century during the reign of two kings, and Rakai Rakai Pikatan Balitung. 47 meters tall (5 meters higher than Borobudur temple), the foundation of this temple has fulfilled the desire of the founder, show Hindu triumph in Java. This temple is located 17 kilometers from the city center, in the middle of the area that is now a beautiful park.

There is a legend that always told the Java community about this temple. Once upon a time, a man named Bandung Bondowoso loved Jonggrang. Because of his love, Jonggrang asked Bondowoso make 1000 temples with statues in one night. The request was nearly fulfilled Jonggrang asked the villagers to pound rice and make a big fire that created an atmosphere like the morning. Bondowoso who only completed 999 statues cursed Jonggrang into the statue-1000 because he felt cheated.

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Prambanan temple has three main temples in the primary yard, namely Vishnu, Brahma and Shiva. The third temple is the symbol of the Hindu Trimurti. The third temple was facing east. Each main temple has accompanying temple facing to the west, namely Nandini for Shiva, Swan to Brahma, and Garuda for Vishnu. In addition, there are two temples wedge, 4 temples of the screen, and 4 temples corner. In the second there are 224 temples.

Entering the Shiva temple located in the middle and the highest building, you will find a room 4.. One main room contains a statue of Shiva, while the other 3 rooms each containing a statue of Durga (Shiva's wife), Agastya (Shiva's teacher), and Ganesha (son of Shiva). Durga is touted as the statue Jonggrang in the legend above.

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In the Vishnu Temple is located in the north of the temple of Shiva, you will only see one room containing a statue of Vishnu. Brahma temple, which is located south of Shiva temple, you will only find one room with a statue of Brahma.

Quite attractive accompanying temple is Garuda temple that is located near the Vishnu temple. This temple keeps a story of a half-bird named Garuda. Garuda is a mystical bird in Hindu mythology, who was gold, white face, red wings, beak and wings like eagles. It is estimated that the figure is Hindu adaptation of Bennu (means 'rises' or 'shining', usually associated with the god Re) in ancient Egyptian mythology or Phoenix in Old Greek mythology. Garuda can save his mother from the curse of Aruna (Garuda is born handicapped brother) by stealing Tirta Amrita (holy water of the gods).

The ability to save was admired by many people until now and used for various purposes. Indonesia used it to sign the country. That said, the creator of the emblem of Garuda Pancasila find inspiration in this temple. Other countries also use it to sign the country is Thailand, for the same reason but adaptation forms and different appearance. In Thailand, Garuda is known as Krut or Pha Krut.

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Prambanan also has a load relief Ramayana story. According to experts, the relief is similar to the Ramayana story is revealed through oral traditions. Another interesting relief is Kalpataru tree that the Hindu religion is considered as the tree of life, sustainability and environmental compatibility. In Prambanan, relief of Kalpataru tree is described as flanking lions. The existence of this tree makes experts consider that the 9th century had wisdom to manage its environment.

Just like Garuda, Kalpataru is now also used for various purposes. In Indonesia, Kalpataru became a symbol Environmental Forum (WALHI). In fact, some scientists in Bali to develop the concept of Tri Hita Karana for environmental conservation by seeing Kalpataru relief in this temple. The tree of life can also be found in the mountains that used to open the puppet arts. A proof that the relief panels in Prambanan has worldwide.

If careful, you can also see various birds relief, this time a real bird. Bird reliefs at Prambanan so natural that biologists can identify their genus. One was relief Yellow-crested Cockatoo (Cacatua sulphurea) that question. Why, the bird was actually only in Masakambing Island, an island in the Java Sea. Then, what kind it was once widely available in Yogyakarta? Please find out the answer yourself. Because, until now no one person who can solve the mystery. Indonesia Awesome

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