 | |
| Total population | |
|---|---|
| 40,000–120,000 [1] | |
| Regions with significant populations | |
 Malaysia (Perak, Pahang, Kelantan) | |
| Languages | |
| Temiar language, Malay language | |
| Religion | |
| Islam, Traditional Religion, Christianity | |
| Related ethnic groups | |
| Semai people |
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The Temiar are a Senoic group indigenous to the Malay Peninsula and one of the largest of the eighteen Orang Asli groups of Malaysia. They reside mainly in Perak, Pahang and Kelantan. Their total population is estimated at around 40,000 to 120,000, most of which live on the fringes of the rainforest, while a small number have been urbanised.[2]
Temiar are traditionally animists, giving great significance to nature, dreams and spiritual healing.[2][3] The ceremonial Sewang dance is also performed by the Temiar people as part of their folk beliefs.[4]
- ^ Kirk Endicott (2015). Malaysia's Original People: Past, Present and Future of the Orang Asli. NUS Press. ISBN 978-99-716-9861-4.
- ^ a b Southeast Asia Link. "Temiar of Malaysia". Joshua Project. Retrieved 4 September 2011.
- ^ Andy Hickson. "The Temiars". Temiar Web. Retrieved 4 September 2011.
- ^ Kenny Mah (3 March 2016). "'Khabar dan Angin': Three artists explore faith in Kelantan". The Malay Mail Online. Retrieved 2017-10-10.
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