Goddess of Mercy Temple

Title
Goddess of Mercy Temple
Year/Period
Early 20th century
Region
Penang
Dimension
Image size: Image:- 7.9 x 13 cm,
Image size: L13.8cm X W8.8cm
Accession No.
1991-00483
Collection of
National Museum of Singapore

This Buddhist temple along Burmah Road in Penang worships Guan Yin, or the Goddess of Mercy, whom devotees pray to for various favours, including health, wealth and good fortune. Adorned with yellow bunting and flags, this Guan Yin temple is one of the lesser known ones in Penang.

 

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