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Ang Chee Sia Ong Temple
Qing Long Ye Miao (a.k.a Green Dragon Temple)
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| Address: |
131, West Coast Drive
Singapore (128014)
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| Division: |
Ayer Rajah-West Coast
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| Description: |
The History:
It traces back to early ancestors in Canton Province Teochew District, Han Jiang China.When they came to Singapore, they brought the incense of the temple together with them.
The temple started at Pasir Panjang 7 milestones (Yang Tao Yuan – Pasir Panjang district). In the 80s when the place was not yet developed, the area was a kampong with some wooden houses and small provision shops. The villagers were mainly fishermen. A few were businessmen and labourers.
The villagers were a devoted lot who gave their offerings regularly and celebrated Qing Long Ye’s birthday every year.
Significance of the Name:
Ang Chee Sia Ong (An Qi Sheng Wang) was a legendary man who was believed to have fought against the Cao army during the era of the 3 Kingdoms. He was a man of justice who was loyal to his country and fair to those under him. As a result, generations after him conferred him the title of Ang Chee Sia Ong in dialect.
Significance of the Location:
Water has been a crucial element in the location of the temple.
"The Dragon temple was to bless the fishermen at Tuas and Pasir Panjang out at sea. Therefore it needed to be next to a water source. Coincidentally, this current location is also next to a water source which is a canal." - Vice-chairman and chairman
Significance of Temple Architecture:
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The Presence of Dragons
There are more than 100 dragons in the temple. They can be found guarding the main gate, soaring around the roof, along the bridge in the temple and around the pillars. The presence of dragons is linked to the belief that the Green Dragon was the transformation of Ang Chee Sia Ong.
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The Carp and the Dragon Gate
There are two carps that can be found on the temple’s gates. Above the carps are 2 creatures with the head of a carp and the body of a dragon.
There is a beautiful story to it:
Legend says that there is a mountain called the Dragon Gate Mountain in China. It was said that every year, carps would gather at the foot of the mountain to compete among themselves as to who would jump the highest. Those who made it and jumped across would become dragons. Only 72 carps made it annually. Once they made it to the dragon gate, the carp’s tail would be burnt by fire that originated from the sky. It would thus leave no trace of the fact that the dragon was once a carp.
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The Bridge (Dragon Luck Bridge)
The bridge holds 2 water spewing dragons. The dragons will spew water when someone steps on the bridge. The word“dragon” represents the green dragon of the temple while the “luck” represents good luck to the person who crosses it.
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Research findings by Fuhua Secondary School.
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Church of St. Francis of Assisi
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| Date Established: |
1976
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| Address: |
200 Boon Lay Avenue
Singapore (649964)
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| Division: |
Boon Lay
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| Description: |
The History:
Jurong Parishioners used to go to the Parish of St. Joseph in Bt. Panjang. A chapel in honour of Our Lady Of Fatima was built at Tuas Village in 1958.
In 1967, the Parish was shifted to a rented shophouse and became the Taman Jurong Catholic Chapel. The chapel soon became insufficient for the church’s activities.
A new church was needed when the Catholic population of Boon Lay estate grew.
The current church was purchased from Jurong Town Corporation in 1973.
Construction started in 1975 and it was declared open by Mr. Noel Goh on 11th December 1976.
Interview:
Interviewees : Fr. Tung, Mr. Augustine Khoo, Mr. G.P. Arokiasamy
Date Taken : 17 June 2007
Recorded by : Patrick
Interviewer : Guan Yuan
Video File: StFrancisOfAssisiChurchInterview.wmv (32.3MB)
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Research findings by Hua Yi Secondary School.
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| Subject: |
Church of St. Mary of The Angels
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| Date Established: |
1950s
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| Address: |
5 Bukit Batok East Ave 2
Singapore (659918)
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| Division: |
Bukit Batok East
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| Description: |
The History:
Its current site was originally a 4-acre rubber estate which was bought in 1957.
It started as a small chapel and friary in the 1950s when some Franciscan friars arrived to spread the Gospel.
It initially started as a sociological centre to combat the communist threat influence in Singapore and Southeast Asia.
The Development:
It was renovated in 1985 and it could cater to approximately 400 families. It was rebuilt in 1998 when the number of parishioners tripled.
All the bronze statues in the church were sculpted by Teguh Ostenrik, an Indonesian Muslim artist whose work was influenced by contemporary Germany designs.
The Garden of World Peace
In the Garden of World Peace, the word "peace" is written in different languages on glass panels.At the end of the Garden of World Peace is the shrine of Mary, accompanied by seven angels.
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Research findings by Fuhua Secondary School.
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| Subject: |
Church of St. Mary of The Angels
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| Date Established: |
1950s
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| Address: |
5 Bukit Batok East Ave 2
Singapore (659918)
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| Division: |
Bukit Batok East
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| Description: |
The History:
In Singapore, the Franciscan story began over forty years ago when some friars arrived to spread the Gospel.
About a month after their arrival, the boundaries of a newly formed parish were established, and it was named St Mary of the Angels.
By 1998, the number of parishioners had tripled and hence it became clear that the church had to be completely re-built. After close to five years of planning and building , the new church was finally ready on 2 Feb 2004.
Interview:
Interviewee: Father John Paul Tan - Parish Priest, St. Mary of the Angels
Video File: ChurchOfStMaryOfTheAngelsInterview.wmv (6.0MB)
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Research findings by Yusof Ishak Secondary School.
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| Subject: |
Jurong Christian Church and Civic Centre
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| Date Established: |
1967
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| Address: |
Tah Ching Road
Singapore (618744)
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| Division: |
Taman Jurong
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| Description: |
The successful bidding of land at Tah Ching Road, where the church is still standing, was announced in February 1966.
There was once a partnership of various denominations in the building of this church. But as time past and many had pulled out, the Lutheran Church in America (LCA) was the only one offering their full support in this project.
The Jurong Christian Church & Civic Centre was born with dual focus of evangelism and community (civic) work. It was the only church in Jurong in 1967.
There was no major change or renovation done to the church once it was built.
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Research findings by Fuhua Secondary School.
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| Subject: |
Jurong Temple
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| Date Established: |
Late 1980s
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| Address: |
741 Jurong West Street 42
Singapore (649369)
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| Division: |
Jurong Central
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| Description: |
The Facts:
The temple was first built in the end of the 1980s and later relocated from Bukit Batok.
This temple is the combination of 8 different temples. The purpose of combining the temples was to maximize land use.
There are two buildings at the premises. The left building (shown on the top left) consists of three temples, while the right building (shown on top right) consists of five temples.
The History:
All eight temples which made up the Jurong Temple, originally came from Jalan Petua. They were located at different areas in the kampong.
The government wanted to use the land for developmental purposes, the temples in this area moved to its current location in the late 1980s.
The old temple still lies currently in its past location and was built in the 1950s.
Interview:
Interviewees : Mr Stanley Quek and Ms Quek
Date taken: 17 July 2007
Recorded by: Patrick
Interviewers: Patrick, Selina
Video File: JurongTempleInterview.wmv (8.4MB)
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Research findings by Hua Yi Secondary School.
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| Subject: |
Masjid Ahmad
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| Date Established: |
1934
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| Address: |
2 Lorong Sarhad
Singapore (119173)
(Off South Buona Vista Road)
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| Division: |
Telok Blangah
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| Description: |
Ahmad Mosque, also known as Masjid Batu Enam among Pasir Panjang residents, was officially opened on 1st December 1967.
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Research findings by Fuhua Secondary School.
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| Subject: |
Masjid Al-Firdaus
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| Date Established: |
1962
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| Address: |
11 Jalan Ibadat
Singapore (698955)
(Off Choa Chu Kang Road)
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| Division: |
Yew Tee
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| Description: |
An old generation mosque built in 1962. It served the Malay Muslim cadets from the nearby Tengah Air Base and residents of Kampong Ara, Beseri and Lamsan.
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Research findings by Fuhua Secondary School.
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| Subject: |
Masjid Al-Khair
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| Date Established: |
1997
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| Address: |
1 Teck Whye Crescent
Singapore (688847)
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| Division: |
Chua Chu Kang
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| Description: |
The History:
In the 1960s, the mosque was built on a hill which was surrounded by vast vegetable lands for farming at Chua Chu Kang Road together with the work of the Muslim community there and also Minister of State, late Dr Haji Yaa’cob Mohamed.
The mosque was previously named Masjid Jamek.
Because the mosque was on a hill and being located at a T-junction road which was always affected by heavy traffic conditions, it was inaccessible.
The Present:
It is now named Masjid Al-Khair. The name of the mosque changed in 1963 and it was derived from the late Syed Mohammed Salim Al-Attas.
It moved in to Teck Whye Crescent in the year 1995 and costed about S$6 million to built.
The present day conditions of the mosque has much improved. It is now on solid and level ground which makes the journey there easier; it is now located at a four-track-junction road; and it is now surrounded by HDB flats, thus making it more accessible to the neighborhood which encourages more frequent visits to the mosque by their worshippers.
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Research findings by Chua Chu Kang Secondary School.
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| Subject: |
Masjid Al-Mukminin
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| Date Established: |
1987
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| Address: |
271 Jurong East Street 21
Singapore (609603)
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| Division: |
Yuhua
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| Description: |
The History:
Before the mosque was built, muslims in the neighbourhood prayed on the field which is located beside the mosque. Festivals such as Korban was celebrated on this field.
Al-Mukminin means a ‘good person’. The mosque was officially opened in 22 June 1987. The mosque has Madrasah (religious classes for teens) on Sundays and Saturdays either in the morning or afternoon sessions. The building was built to accommodate 2000 people.
Interview:
Interviewees : Mr. Noran bin Dahlan
Date Taken : 14 June 2007
Recorded by : Patrick
Interviewers : Syameera, Eleanor, Nazura
Video File: AlmukmininMosqueInterview.wmv (17.8MB)
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Research findings by Hua Yi Secondary School.
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| Subject: |
Masjid Ar-Raudhah
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| Date Established: |
1993
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| Address: |
30 Bukit Batok East Ave 2
Singapore (659919)
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| Division: |
Bukit Gombak
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| Description: |
Ar-Raudhah means ‘Garden in the heaven’.
The work on Masjid Ar-raudhah started in 1989 and completed in 1993.
The development of the building cost S$ 6.2 million.
Unlike other mosques, it is unique because it does not have a dorm on top of its building.
The mosque prides itself for having an extensive library of Islamic literatures. Built in 1993, it is located in the West and is one of the pioneer mosque offering computer facilities to Muslims. It can accommodate up to 3,000 worshippers.
On 24 January 1993, it was officially declared open by Mr Sidek Sanip, then the Minister of State of Education.
Interview:
Interviewee: Mr Latif - Executive Officer, Masjid Ar-Raudah
Video File: MasjidArRaudhahInterview.wmv (9.4MB)
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Research findings by Yusof Ishak Secondary School.
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| Subject: |
Masjid Assyakirin
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| Date Established: |
1978
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| Address: |
550 Yung An Road
Singapore (618617)
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| Division: |
Taman Jurong
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| Description: |
The History:
The mosque was declared open on 30 April 1978. Redevelopment of the mosque was carried out and completed at the end of year 2002. The redevelopment was to accommodate the large Muslim population expected in the Jurong West Extension area.
Islamic Civilization Corner:
The Islamic Civilization Corner is used to educate the people (both Muslims and non-Muslims) about the Islamic heritage and it also contains a replica of the Quran given to the mosque by the Saudi Consulate in 2006.
Interview:
Interviewees : Mr Khalid & Miss Anisa Ismail
Date Taken : 18 June 2007
Recorded by : Guan Yuan
Interviewer : Patrick, Eleanor
Video File: AssyakirinMosqueInterview.wmv (15.1MB)
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Research findings by Hua Yi Secondary School.
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| Subject: |
Masjid Hussein Sulaiman
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| Date Established: |
1902
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| Address: |
394 Pasir Panjang Road
Singapore (118730)
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| Division: |
Telok Blangah
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Research findings by Fuhua Secondary School.
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| Subject: |
Masjid Tentera Di-Raja
Royal Military Mosque
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| Date Established: |
1961
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| Address: |
81 Clementi Road
Singapore (129797)
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| Division: |
Ayer Rajah-West Coast
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| Description: |
Built in 1961 by Muslim members of the British army, it was officially opened on 30th March 1962 by Yang Di-pertuan Negara, Mr Yusof Ishak. Its majestic position at a hill's summit is further distinguished by its minaret, topped by a gold-painted dome, which encapsulates its rich history.
The Mosque was firstbuilt with only $100,000 from Muslim soldiers and there is always a mis-conception that the mosque belongs to Malaysia.
There is no link between the mosque and the royalties in Malaysia as thought so by many people.
When Singapore was under Malaysian rule, the Royal Malay regiment of Malaysia took over the mosque and the surrounding land as their headquarter. The land was previously used by the British as headquarters for Pasir Panjang.The headquarter was located there as there is a seaview to watch over the southern coast of Singapore.
The headquarter was later demolished to make way for the National University of Singapore.There was an intention to demolish the mosque as it did not blend in with the surroundings and the rapid development of the area which included private housings and university.
Steps have then taken by the mosque to prevent the demolish. Activities with community centres, citizen consultative committees, grassroots leaders, and students from the National University of Singapore are often held to enable the mosque to stay relevant.
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Research findings by Fuhua Secondary School.
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| Subject: |
Pasir Panjang Christ Church
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| Date Established: |
1937
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| Address: |
302 Pasir Panjang Road
Singapore (118643)
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| Division: |
Telok Blangah
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| Description: |
Pasir Panjang Christ Church (PPCC) was founded in 1937 by the late Pastor Phoa Hock Seng. He started the church in his own home at 368 Pasir Panjang Road with seven other people. Together with his beloved wife, Helen Phoa, he laboured and built the church over the next 40 years. Pastor Phua used to go along the stretch of road to reach out to the people around.
It is the first church that started along the Pasir Panjang Road, an area where there were many Malay villages. The old church building had previously stood a good one kilometre down the road from its current location. The church was there in 1937 but shifted to the new location in 1973.
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Research findings by Fuhua Secondary School.
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| Subject: |
Sheng Hong Temple
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| Date Established: |
1926
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| Address: |
300 Pandan Gardens
Singapore (609341)
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| Division: |
Ayer Rajah-West Coast
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| Description: |
The History:
Sheng Hong temple was established in 1926. It originated from China, Anxi Province, Qing Shui Shi.
At that time Hua Nan, China, was a place of unrest and many people came to Singapore, with Anxi people making up a large number.
They brought the incense to Singapore and Sheng Hong was originally situated at Aramugan Road.
The Special Characteristics of the Temple:
Sheng Hong Temple is a combination of Buddhism and Taoism.The temple celebrates the festivals and observes the cultural practices and traditions of both Taoism and Buddhism.
On the first floor of Wan Shou Si (Longevity temple) which is found in Sheng Hong temple, is “Guan Yin”- Goddess of Mercy, while the second floor is “Si Jia Mo Ni”. When believers kneel to pray to Guan Yin, water will flow out from the vase held by the Guan Yin statue. Both Guan Yin and Si Jia Mo Ni belong to Buddhism.
While Taoist followers make their offerings to Cheng Huang Bo.
There is also a wall that has been painted showing the 18 levels of Hell. It shows the different punishments meted out on evil-doers.
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Research findings by Fuhua Secondary School.
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| Subject: |
Sheng Leng Temple
Yu Lang Xi Lian He Gong
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| Date Established: |
1992
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| Address: |
60-64 Jurong West St. 51
Singapore (649409)
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| Division: |
Jurong Central
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| Description: |
This temple consists of a combination of three different temples, which include West Coast Hock Teng Si, Tian Gong Tan Zhao Ling Gong, and Xian Long Gong.
The temple moved to its current location in the year 1992 with the two other temples and settled around Jurong West St 41.
Tian Gong Tan Zhao Ling Gong Temple was erected in 1917 by villagers for the worship of "Tian Gong " and "Qian Shou Guan Yin " as well as to celebrate "Hungry Ghosts Festival" in the 7th Lunar month. It was relocated from Clementi Park along Sunset Grove.
The temple was relocated in 1983. A Preparatory Committee was formed in 1988 to raise funds.
On 28 Feb 1992, the Preparatory Committee jointly bought a piece of land from HDB Land Office with Sheng Leng Temple and West Coast Hock Teck Si for a term of a 30-year lease.
The construction commenced on 14 March 1993 and was completed within two years.
The committee registered themselves as a society in 1993 and the application was approved in 1994.
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Research findings by Hua Yi Secondary School.
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| Subject: |
Sri Arulmigu Murugan Hindu Temple
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| Date Established: |
1990s
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| Address: |
281 Jurong East St. 21
Singapore (609605)
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| Division: |
Yuhua
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| Description: |
The temple is named after a deity, Arulmigu Murugan, because it is a popular god for South Indians, among the other gods like Lord Shiva, Nine Planets, Lord Ganesha.
The History:
The land was bought in 1993 from the government, following that a temporary shelter was built in 1994.
Due to insufficient funds the plan for a new temple was shelved until 1998.
The second phase was to build a multi-storey workplace as well as the temple proper.
The building of the temple was finally completed in 2003 and was officially opened in 2005.
Why Choose Jurong?
The idea was mooted back in 1960s by a small group of Hindu devotees in Jurong who wanted a Hindu temple here. At that time the existing Hindu temples were at Serangoon Road or South Bridge Road.
The Artwork:
It took 5 years to do the artwork by professionals who rendered their services for free.
Every single masterpiece in the temple has a meaning, eg, Lord Murugan’s spearhead symbolizes that we must be open minded and remain focused in life. The spearhead resembles a spade which is wide at the bottom and pointed at the top.
The Facts:
The temple is run by volunteers, except for the priests who came all the way from South India.
The temple has a congregation size of 5,000 worshippers a month with a high number of Indians and Chinese devotees.
They conducts health screenings, monthly food distribution, cash handouts and bursary schemes for the needy.
The temple is funded by many indian philanthropies which include Mr. Singam who donated donated a large sum of money and one of the Indian devotees even donated his CPF money and the proceeds of the sale of his HDB flat to temple.
Interview:
Interviewees : Mr Rajaranthan (President)
Date Taken : 18 June 2007
Recorded by : Patrick
Interviewers : Guan Yuan, Eleanor
Video File: ArulmiguMuruganHinduTempleInterview.wmv (9.4MB)
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Research findings by Hua Yi Secondary School.
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| Subject: |
Sri Ruthra Kaliamman Temple
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| Date Established: |
1913
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| Address: |
100 Depot Road
Singapore (109670)
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| Division: |
Telok Blangah
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| Description: |
Established in 1913 by Letchumanan Nadar, an employee of Alexandra Brickworks, it was originally located within the premises of the Brickworks at 20 Pasir Panjang Road.
In its early years, it was merely a small shrine housed in a simple wooden structure till a brick building with a tiled roof was constructed in 1923.
The temple shifted to a temporary location after 1971 when Alexandra Brickworks sold its premises to the Port of Singapore Authority. In 1983 after an elaborate consecration ceremony it came to be located at its present site on Depot Road.
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Research findings by Fuhua Secondary School.
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| Subject: |
Tong Whye Temple
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| Date Established: |
1925
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| Address: |
212 Jurong East St.
Singapore (609474)
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| Division: |
Jurong Central
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| Description: |
The History:
Tong Whye temple has a 72-year history. Then it was only a small village temple. It was first located at Bukit Timah, Adam Road1925. Later, it was relocated at Old Jurong Road in 1933. Then it was again relocated to be situated at the current location Jurong West Street 32 in the 60’s.
In the past the roof was attap, and the deities were from Fujian Chuan Zhou, China. The people brought the deities here to keep themselves safe. The earliest deity was "Guan Di Gong".
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Research findings by Fuhua Secondary School.
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