Elroi posted a photo: Before he enters a trance and begins his Thaipusam procession, Selva bows and touches the feet of his mother. It is the ultimate gesture of respect in Hinduism.

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At The Threshold

Elroi posted a photo: Outside the Ayappan Temple, a holy man loiters, passing out blessings to passers-by. Two boys got more than just blessings – a hug and a photo op too.

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Holy Men

Elroi posted a photo: A priest tying a Kappu (a piece of turmeric smeared with red kumkum powder) to a devotee’s wrist, thereby binding him to his vow of abstinence ahead of Thaipusam.

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Bound by Turmeric

Elroi posted a photo: A priest at the Ayappan Temple blesses a Hindu devotee with holy fire, ahead of his Thaipusam procession.

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Blessings From Fire

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Thaipunsam

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Man in Hanuman kavadi

tomzcafe posted a photo: Thaipusam, Singapore, Nikkor 75-240/4.5-5.6

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just do it

globaltrekkers.ca posted a photo: Starts in Kuala Lumpur to Batu Caves 13 km away

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Tahipusam Chariot Procession

globaltrekkers.ca posted a photo: Kuala Lumpur where Thaipusam silver chariot processuin begins

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Sri Mahamariamman Temple Kuala Lumpur

globaltrekkers.ca posted a photo: Kuala Lumpur where Thaipusam silver chariot processuin begins

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Sri Mahamariamman Temple Kuala Lumpur