A great loss to the country. I think this is the appropriate topic that should be splashed out on all the front papers today. Ok. I mean different papers have different topics to catch one’s attention but as long as the intention’s the same, it’s still fine.Lim Goh Tong has been the legendary name that has brushed our lips countless of times. Any Malaysian, young or old would have spoken his name, let along knowing who he is. He can be well known among Malaysians with the name Uncle Lim. I believe we all know him that way. And he is definitely one true Malaysian that I truly respect, fully. Ok, it says in the paper he came from China so he’s not an actual Malaysian born fellow but putting that aside, he shows true colours of being a Malaysian. It was stated in the Star papers by his Deputy Chairman, that he conducted his board meetings in a smattering of Bahasa Malaysia even though he wasn’t educated in Malay. That’s a real respect for the people and the country. A salute to him.
It has been said he’s a philanthropist as well. I know many of you would say, what is the big deal being a philanthropist when he’s one of the listed billionaires in the Forbes richest category? Yes, it is no big deal that many famous people out there do charity as well. But I believe that coming from a poor family, it’s much easier for him to understand the poverty stricken life and from hand to mouth lives that people lead out there to make him want to give back what he has been blessed with. How many of you out there can actually say that if you were to win the lottery, will give it to charity first? I bet most would say I would pay my debts, buy my dream car and house first before thinking of actually donating to charity. I’m not saying that I know Uncle Lim that well but I somehow believe that he gives from his heart with the intention to.
He has countless of achievements to speak of and it wouldn’t do him justice for me to speak of it here as I would not know the full story but one thing I do know for sure is that he has been a tremendous influence to the country.
My deepest condolence to his family and relatives and to ourselves as well for his passing is a great loss to us whether we realise it or not.
But they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary;...they shall walk, and not faint. Isaiah 40:31
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i think he is a very shrewd man. he managed to build the only legal casino in this country and turn it into a tourist attraction. yes, undoubtedly many complained he promotes gambling and ruin many people lives. The problem is, the casino is not exactly next door and people do have to drive up there. They have to then walk to the casino and choose the types of games to play. This is by nature, people's choice and it is not like they keep advertising to tell you to gamble there. What they do promote is their theme park. But what I do find it sad is they are closing it for 6 hours as a mark of respect. Honestly, Uncle Lim wouldn't like it since he has ensured this entertainment city operates 24 hours, 7 days a week and 365 days a year.
Anonymous: A very true comment. It's the people's choice in the end. He didn't advertise the casino nor did he did any promotion on that but the theme park. I think the 6 hours are appropriate enough. It's a really a tribute and respect to him. Not those typical, a moment of silence thing but a whole 6 hours. That's more sincere.
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