Thaipusam or Thaipoosam (Tamil: Taippūcam, IPA: [t̪əjppuːsəm]) is a Tamil Hindu festival celebrated on the first full moon day of the Tamil month of Thai coinciding with Pusam star. The festival signifies that Lord Murugan is a Siddha and an enlightened being.

3 days ago · Thaipusam is known for its unique rituals and grand celebrations.Some of the key traditions include: 1. Kavadi Attam (The Burden Dance) One of the most iconic aspects of Thaipusam is the Kavadi Attam, where devotees carry a kavadi —a decorated structure—as a form of penance. Some even pierce their bodies with hooks or skewers to symbolize their devotion and surrender to Lord Murugan.

4 days ago · Thaipusam 2025 Date and Time: Thaipusam, also known as Thai Poosam, is a Hindu festival celebrated to honour Lord Murugan (also known as Lord Kartikeya), the Hindu god of war, victory, and wisdom, while also being a symbol of courage, determination, and spiritual growth. The festival is widely ...

5 days ago · Thaipusam, a significant Hindu festival, is celebrated on the full moon in the Tamil month of Thai. It honors Lord Murugan and includes rituals such as Kavadi Attam and body piercing, symbolizing ...

The Tamil festival of Thaipusam is celebrated on the first full moon day of the Tamil month of Thai. It commemorates the victory of the Hindu god Murugan over the demon Surapadman. Here's everything you need to know about Thaipusam, which takes place this year on …

5 days ago · It celebrates Murugan Bhagwan’s, also known as Kartikeya, victory over the demon Surapadam. The word Thaipusam reflects the time of year when it occurs, which is the full moon (Pusam) of the Tamil month of Thai. Its deep history and traditions are an amazing show of faith. The story of Thaipusam is closely intertwined with the story of Murugan.

6 days ago · Thaipusam is a festival organized by Tamil society globally. This is devoted to Lord Murugan (Lord Kartikeya), the hindu god of war and victory. People believe the lord blesses them with strength and power to fight life’s challenges.

4 days ago · Thaipusam celebration eventually spread to other parts of the country, with the establishment of the Batu Caves temple in 1888 and the Kallumalai Temple in Ipoh, Perak in 1889. The Waterfall Hilltop Temple in Penang, that has a 21.6-metre tall seven-storey main tower, is the largest temple dedicated to Lord Murugan outside India while the 42.7 ...

Jan 21, 2019 · Celebrating Thaipusam: Celebrated during the full moon in the Tamil month of Thai, Thaipusam is a time to ask Lord Murugan, son of Lord Shiva, for forgiveness, good health and peace in the new...

Feb 4, 2019 · Thaipusam is an important festival dedicated to the Lord Murugan, or Kartikeya, observed by the Hindus of southern India and Tamils around the world.