Thaipusam

Thaipusam

Thaipusam, the festival of penance honouring Lord Murugan, originated from Southern India and introduced to Malaysia in the 19th century by Indian immigrants is no longer celebrated in India. However in Malaysia the festival has gone beyond the ethnic Indian community, which comprises of over eight percent of the 28 million population.

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Feb 06, 2015

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Feb 09, 2022

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#Thaipusam #Malaysia #Hindu #Festival #Religion

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Ritual bath.

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Ritual shaving.

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Family gathering.

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Pierced.

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Half-conscious

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Self-possession.

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Sacred journey.

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Kavadi

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Self-punishment.

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Young generation.

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First time.

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Paal Kudam (Milk Carrier)

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