Religion in Malaysia

Thaipusam or Thaipoosam (Tamil: Taippūcam, ) is a Tamil Hindu festival celebrated on the first full moon day of the Tamil month of Thai coinciding with Pusam star. The festival is celebrated to commemorate the victory of Hindu god Murugan over the demon Surapadman. During the battle, Murugan is believed to have wielded a vel, a divine spear granted by his mother, Parvati.

religion in the country

overview about the Islam in Malaysia

fourth largest religion in Malaysia

overview role of Buddhism in Malaysia

overview

ethnic group

animistic and polytheistic beliefs and practices

guardian spirits worshipped in some Southeast Asian countries

pantheon

stores specializing in the supply of religious material

Former sect based in Besut, Malaysia