Thaipusam 2025: Thaipusam is an important festival dedicated to Lord Murugan, who is the god of knowledge, courage and virtue. It is celebrated today on 11 February this year, worldwide, mainly by the Tamil community and represents devotion, faith and penance. The festival is seen on the full moon of Tamil month of Thai, which is from January to February. During this time, devotees participate in grand processions, carry Kavadis, and perform a variety of sacred rituals. The festival has lively ceremonies, temple visits and gratitude.
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Importance of Thaipusam Festival
Thipusm is a highly important Hindu festival dedicated to Lord Murugan, a symbol of his victory over evil and divine knowledge. It represents faith, devotion and self discipline, as devotees want blessings for power, safety and spiritual development. Many people observe fast inspections on this day and take Kavadis who are ornate offerings. People also pierce their body as a penance of penance and go to temples in a large procession. This is the time of self -purification, gratitude and fulfillment of vows. It confirms the value of perseverance, humility and unbreakable belief in divine.
History of Thaipusam Festival
Thaipusm is celebrated on the full moon day of Tamil month of Thai, symbolizing Murugan’s victory over the evil Sorarapadman. The word ‘Thipusm’ comes from ‘Thai’, the name of Tamil month, and ‘Pusam’, under which Lord Murugan won.
The history of the festival is also associated with devotion to the followers of Lord Murugan, who celebrate their victory through rituals, offerings and penance works. Over time, Thaipusam has evolved into a major event, especially in Tamil-speaking communities, and widely seen in countries such as India, Malaysia, Singapore and Sri Lanka.
The history of the festival is also related to the dedication of devotees of Lord Murugan to celebrate its victory through rituals, offerings and penance. Over time, Thipusm has developed as a major event in the Tamil community, and is widely observed in countries such as India, Malaysia and Sri Lanka.
What rituals are followed on this festival?
Kavadi Attam
One of the most famous rituals carrying ‘Kavadi’. It is a decorative structure that is performed by devotees as a offering to Lord Murugan. People take it on their shoulders with hooks, piercing or chains. This ritual is a symbol of their sacrifices and devotion. The task of carrying Kavadi is a form of penance and prayer, where devotees walk barefoot for long distances in the temple.
Self -gaze
Fasting and cleaning
Various devotees observe fasting and other forms of physical cleaning before the festival. In this, avoiding some foods and purifying rituals such as ritual baths to clean themselves spiritually.
Chanting and prayer
