The Meaning of Unity and Unity for the Indonesian Nation, Every Citizen Must Know

Kapanlagi.com - As a diverse nation, Indonesia must always maintain unity and unity. Therefore, every citizen must understand the importance of unity and unity for the Indonesian nation. Because, only through this way can Indonesia remain safe from conflicts and divisions. Just like the proverb, "United we stand, divided we fall."

Maintaining unity and unity has become a collective duty of all citizens, without exception. In addition to avoiding conflicts and divisions, maintaining unity and unity will also make us live in harmony and peace. Unfortunately, until now, it seems that there are still some who do not understand the importance of maintaining unity and unity for the Indonesian nation.

As evidence, occasionally there are still conflicts between certain groups. Therefore, to avoid prolonged conflicts and the threat of division, it doesn't hurt to learn more about the importance of unity and unity for the Indonesian nation. The following is a review of unity and unity that has been summarized from various sources.

1. Definition of Unity

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Unity and togetherness that have often been echoed both come from the word 'one'. In this case, one is not only interpreted as a number or quantity. But also as a form that is intact or not broken.

In the Indonesian Dictionary, the meaning of unity refers to a bond that unites or makes several parts or diversities into one. That means, unity is the process of uniting diverse Indonesian people into one form of unity. That is why even though we are already united, the process of unity is still echoed. To ensure its sustainability and preservation.

2. The Importance of Unity according to Pancasila

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The importance of unity for the Indonesian nation is also stated in Pancasila, especially in the third principle 'Indonesian Unity'. This principle explains the importance of upholding unity. Because, as we know, Indonesia is a diverse country with many ethnic groups and cultures. Therefore, it is important to maintain unity and togetherness.

In addition, indirectly, this also shows that unity is an important aspect and one of the state principles. As we know, Pancasila is the foundation of the state that can be a guide in social, national, and state life.

3. The Meaning of Unity and Unity for the Indonesian Nation

The Indonesian nation consists of many ethnicities and cultures. Without unity and unity that is maintained, friction, conflict, and even division are very likely to occur. In addition, unity and unity have also led Indonesia to achieve independence. That is the importance of unity and unity for the Indonesian nation, so it must always be maintained.

4. Nation-Binding Tools

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To facilitate the process of maintaining unity and unity, the state has declared several things as instruments for uniting the nation. With these nation-binding tools, we will feel a sense of commonality and mutual ownership. Here are some nation-binding tools.

1. The state ideology Pancasila

2. The national flag, the Red and White Flag

3. The language of unity, Indonesian

4. The national emblem, the Garuda Bird

5. The national anthem, Indonesia Raya

6. Struggle songs that show the spirit of the Indonesian nation's struggle

5. Spirit of Maintaining Unity and Harmony

Maintaining the important meaning of unity and harmony for the Indonesian nation is not only done symbolically with unifying tools. More than that, in each individual, the spirit and principle of maintaining unity and harmony must also be ingrained. This spirit and principle are shown through the following:

1. The motto Bhinneka Tunggal Ika
Bhinneka Tunggal Ika, the motto written on the Garuda bird ribbon, has a deep meaning, "Let us be different but still one". This means that the Indonesian nation must distance itself from attitudes that can trigger division.

2. Nationalism Attitude
The attitude or principle of nationalism is also important in maintaining unity and harmony. With a nationalist attitude, someone will be willing to sacrifice for the common interest, especially for the country and nation in maintaining unity and harmony.

3. Spirit of Realizing the Aspirations of the Proclamation
In the Preamble of the 1945 Constitution of the Republic of Indonesia, the aspiration to create a just and prosperous society was born. These aspirations will be realized if unity and harmony are continuously maintained.

4. Archipelagic Outlook
The existence of the archipelagic outlook makes the Indonesian nation united in terms of politics, social, cultural, and defense and security. Therefore, the nation will feel a shared fate, as one people and one homeland. With that, unity and harmony will be maintained.

Those are some of the explanations regarding the importance of unity and harmony for the Indonesian nation. Hopefully, it can increase knowledge and inspiration to maintain unity and harmony!

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