hahaha..well sorry for delaying my post again and again
We were going because of Malaysian studies..LOL
At first I dont fancy the idea much but after this I feel grateful
for given us the opportunity to understand the various kinds of cultures in Malaysia
I used to hate History
but this has broaden my view and now I think, with proper approach, History could be very interesting!
George town is labelled as one of the world heritage city by UNESCO
and indeed, she is very beautiful =))
so how it goes..=)
this is our little research about the Goddess of Mercy temple
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The Goddess of Mercy Temple in George Town, Penang is fondly
known among the locals as 'Kuan Yin Teng' in Hokkien dialect. Stands as one of
the oldest Chinese temples in Penang, it was built in in the 1800s by
early Chinese settlers of the Hokkien and Cantonese communities.
It is located at the intersection where China Street meets Jalan
Kapitan Keling (formerly known as Pitt Street It was sited on a gentle knoll, which is regarded
as a dragon in feng shui, a geomantically strategic place to locate a temple, The Goddess of Mercy
Temple is always incredibly active throughout the opening hours from as early
as 6 am and as late as 8 pm.
The original name
of this temple is Kong Hock Keong Temple which literally means 'The Temple for
Cantonese and Hokkien', referring to the major ethnics of early Chinese
settlers in Penang. At the beginning, this temple was constructed in dedication
to Mar Chor Po (a patron deity that protects seafarers) and Goddess of Mercy.
During the 19th century, most people were depending on sea as source of their
economic income, thus they prayed for prosperity and guard from any sea
spirits. As time evolves, it turned out be more popularly known as Goddess of
Mercy as hearsay, this temple had provided shelter to Penangites during World
War II
side view of the temple...and small stalls selling praying materials
me and my group mates in front of the temple
believers praying
Here are some interesting stories behind this temple:
Folk tales no.1
They believed that the power of geomancy could give life to non-living things.
A pair of granite lions donated by someone gave rise to rumours that the lions will turn into living creature at night and go swimming in the nearby sea.
It is believed that they stopped turning once the British built the Clock Tower nearby the sea.
Folk tales no.2
there are 3 wells in the temple symbolize dragon eyes. The third well, means the third eyes is hidden.
It is believed that if the third well is opened, a huge disaster may fall on these people, as it may disturb the feng shui.
Folk tales no.3
During Japanese colonization era, theJapanese dropped bombs on
the temple with the intention of destroying it. Surprisingly, the bomb dropped in
the courtyard instead andKuan Yin temple was left untouched. They believed it is the protection of Guan Yin who saved their lives.
LORD, how many are my foes! How many rise up against me!
Many are saying of me, “God will not deliver him.”
But you, LORD, are a shield around me, my glory, the One who lifts my head high.
I call out to the LORD, and he answers me from his holy mountain.
I lie down and sleep; I wake again, because the LORD sustains me.
I will not fear though tens of thousands assail me on every side.
Arise, LORD! Deliver me, my God! Strike all my enemies on the jaw; break the teeth of the wicked.
From the LORD comes deliverance. May your blessing be on your people.
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from wiki
Psalm 3 is the third Psalm of the Bible. It is a personal thanksgiving to God, who answered the prayer of an afflicted soul. Psalm 3 is attributed to David, in particular, when he fled froing m Absalom his son. David, deserted by his subjects, derided by Shimei, pursued for his crown and life by his ungracious son, turns to his God, makes his supplications, and confesses his faith.
I can still rmb...how it calms my heart during final..
I cries..for I forget how magnificent He is..
and yet He is willing to sacrifice His own Son for insignificant people like us..
I cant imagine..how great of love He has showering on us
A son?! If I were Him, I wouldnt do that.
Though we are weak, evil and insignificant, He never neglect us
He built a path for us, He guide us..
but I wonder O Lord,
Which is my real path?
What is my purpose of life?
How can I serve you more?
O Lord, show me your way..
I don wanna to give empty promises anymore..
I don wanna reject you anymore..
O Lord, strengthen me! for I am weak and useless fellow
change me, O Lord..
I wanna love u more
I wanna grow in faith
I don wanna be far apart from u anymore..
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Oh Lord You've searched me You know my way Even when I fail You I know You love me
Your holy presence Surrounding me In every season I know You love me I know You love me
At the cross I bow my knee Where Your blood was shed for me There's no greater love than this You have overcome the grave Your glory fills the highest place What can separate me now?
You go before me You shield my way Your hand upholds me I know You love me
You tore the veil You made a way When You said that it is done
And when the Earth fades Falls from my eyes And You stand before me I know You love me I know You love me