The Thaipusam festival at Sri Subramaniar Temple in Masai, Johor Baru, Malaysia, attracted a record-breaking 60,000 devotees this year. The celebration featured traditional rituals, religious offerings, kavadi processions, and acts of self-mortification, showcasing the deep spiritual significance of the festival for the Hindu community.
Cleansing oneself: Devotees lining up at the Sri Maha Siva Muniswarar Temple in Tampoi, Johor Baru, for the ritual flower bath. — THOMAS YONG/The Star
Johor unity, heritage and culture committee chairman K. Raven Kumar said it was the largest gathering for the festival in Johor’s history.“The celebration goes beyond religious rituals, with stalls lining the temple grounds offering vegetarian food, traditional sweets and religious items.” Devotees, dressed in traditional attire, fulfilled their vows by walking barefoot for about 3km around the temple, offering milk and prayers to Lord Murugan.
“Every year, we come here to offer our prayers and seek blessings. The energy and devotion in the atmosphere are truly indescribable.Kindergarten teacher Neeha Sri, 23, said Thaipusam is not only a time of spiritual reflection but also a moment to set personal aspirations.
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