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SHYA expresses deep sorrow at passing of the Most Venerable Jing Yin
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    ​The Secretary for Home and Youth Affairs, Miss Alice Mak, today (December 22) expressed deep sorrow at the passing of the Most Venerable Jing Yin, Chairman of the Board of Directors and the Eighth Abbot of Po Lin Monastery.
      
     Miss Mak said, "The Most Venerable Jing Yin dedicated his life to promoting Buddhism and benefitting the Buddhist community. He also took an active part in education and social matters, rendering immense meritorious service. The Most Venerable Jing Yin was always concerned about the matters of Islands District. Since 2020, he had served as a member of the Lamma Area Committee, offering advice on the district's development and environmental improvements. He made significant contributions, particularly in the conservation and promotion of traditional culture, with fruitful results. The Buddhist community and members of the public are grateful for his contributions. We will always remember him." 
 
Ends/Monday, December 22, 2025
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