THE sacred Chin Swee deity statue from Anxi, China, arrived at the Chin Swee Caves Temple for the first time.
Welcomed as part of the temple’s 50th anniversary celebration, the 900-year-old statue marks a rare milestone that brought together community, faith and centuries of tradition.
Founded in 1976 by the late Tan Sri Lim Goh Tong, the temple has stood as a testament to his vision, serving as a place of worship and a cherished cultural landmark at Resorts World Genting for five decades.
The statue’s arrival strengthens the temple’s spiritual connection with its ancestral roots in China and offers devotees in Malaysia a rare opportunity to pay homage to the revered deity.
The journey also honours the legacy of the late founder while carrying prayers for continued prosperity, harmony, and safety for Resorts World Genting and the wider community.
Following its arrival, the sacred statue was brought to Gohtong Memorial Park, where it was installed on a ceremonial float for a welcoming procession through the highlands.
Travelling through Resorts World Awana and making a stop at the Genting Datuk Gong Shrine for a blessing ceremony, the procession symbolised the harmonious coexistence of diverse religious and cultural traditions that have long shaped the Genting Highlands community.
From the shrine, the procession continued through the resort, passing RW Hotel, Genting Grand, First World Hotel, Crockfords, and Genting SkyWorlds Hotel before proceeding to Chin Swee Caves Temple.
Devotees and visitors lined the route, creating a vibrant and reverent atmosphere as they gathered to witness the rare occasion while the ceremonial float made its way through Resorts World Genting.
Upon arrival at the temple, the sacred Chin Swee deity statue was escorted to the Chin Swee Deity Prayer Hall for the enshrinement ceremony.
Chin Swee Caves Temple Building Society chairman and Genting Bhd executive chairman Tan Sri Lim Kok Thay reflected on his late father’s aspirations for the temple and the importance of carrying its spiritual legacy into the future.
“My late father built Chin Swee Caves Temple with the vision of creating a place where people could come to pray and seek spiritual solace.
“After 50 years, the arrival of the sacred Chin Swee deity is a meaningful reminder that the faith and traditions upon which the temple was founded have continued to connect people across generations and borders,” he said.
“As we look towards the next 50 years, we hope to preserve this heritage and ensure that the temple remains a place where future generations can learn about these traditions, find peace and carry their values forward,” said Lim.
“The historic visit further underscored Chin Swee Caves Temple’s role in preserving Chinese Buddhist traditions and cultural heritage in Malaysia,” he added.
