Our Sacred Heritage
Sri Maha Mariamman & Sri Rama Alayam
Bukit Cermin, Jasin, Melaka
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Sri Maha Mariamman and Ramar Temple, Bukit Cermin Division, Jasin Lalang Estate, Jasin, is technically in existence over 150 years back. Previously IOI GROUP owned the estate and subsequently the estate was sold to GLM EMERLAND INDUSTRIAL PARK SDN. BHD in year 2000, with IOI PLANTATION SERVICES managing the said estate for them since then.
This temple not only signifies a place of worship but has also become a heritage landmark. The elders of the estate confirm this — their grandparents arrived from India to work in the estate and their children were all born here. Due to the estate close down, employees were migrated to various parts of Malaysia. The temple society was officially registered on 10 August 1983 with a dedicated management team formed to manage the temple’s daily affairs.
During 1994, all estate people were migrated out. Yet all poojas and ceremonies were held successfully without failure — and with the presence of the original estate community. Adipuram Thiruvilla is celebrated grandly every year with the chariot procession. Rama Navami, Puratasi and Hanuman Jayanthi are also celebrated every year with great devotion.
History of Sri Rama Temple
- Rama temple originated from Kadalayam and is estimated to be founded more than 150 years ago.
- The temple was shifted to Bukit Cermin 100 years ago.
- Prayers and ceremonies were conducted with the God’s image until the year 1990.
- The temple was renovated in 1990 and God’s image was replaced with statues.
- Maha Kumbhabhisegam was held grandly in 1991 by Ramachandran Gurukal.
- Rama Navami, Puratasi and Hanuman Jayanthi are celebrated grandly every year with palakku carried by devotees.
History of Sri Maha Mariamman Temple
- In 1987, the temple was renovated and spiritually renewed.
- In 1991, Maha Kumbhashigam was held and conducted by His Grace Muthukumara Gurukul.
- Followed by 48 days of Mandala Abhisegam and Sanga Abhisegam.
- Since then, all major festivals including Adi Puram are conducted by the current committee every year.
Temple Current Details
Currently, the temple is home to seven presiding deities. The temple society continues to serve the spiritual needs of the Hindu community in Jasin and surrounding areas.
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As the temple is currently on estate land, the management has taken all steps to acquire the land with a proper title. With divine blessings, Parkland Avenue Sdn Bhd allocated a piece of land and provided initial funding. The temple is being relocated due to their new development project.
Our Heartfelt Gratitude
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the Parkland Avenue Group for their invaluable assistance in securing land and initial funding for the construction of the new Maha Rajyam Temple.
