Even though I am Malaysian, the Thaipusam make me feel like in India country, I don't know how the tamil indian in India celebrate Thaipusam, but Malaysia Indian definitely bring the culture back to here
Thaipusam is a "Hindu celebration among the Tamils across the globe to commemorate the victory of Lord Muruga over a demon using a divine spear." It's not the name of the place. She meant well but couldn't explain better possibly due to language barrier. Singapore, Sri Lanka, India are among some of the other countries which celebrate Thaipusam.
I think I kind of figured that out later, but I’m glad you clarified for me! Thanks a bunch! I wish I could communicate with everyone 😢. Either way, that was an amazing experience!
Thaipusam actually refers to the month and star that occurs on the day of the celebration. Tamil calendar uses sun, solar planets and 27 stars movements as reference. Thai is the name of the month. Pusam is the name of the star that coincide on this day. It's the day when Parvati, lord Murugan's mother bestowed him with a spear that can kill Surapadman, a demon.
The priest chanted mantras for your wellbeing & your wife's. The fruit has been blessed ritually. The pot contains cow's milk which is offered to Lord Muruga for making their vows. Shaving heads is also an offering made for their wellbeing/for fulfilling their vows 😊
I'm malay I don't celebrate Thaipusam but i just want to say happy Thaipusam for India Tamil and also happy holidays proud to being Malaysia A multi-ethnic coutry with 70.5% is bumiputera identity as Malay • Iban • bidayuh • Bajau •milanau • kadazan • orang asli • Murut • dusun • minang kabau • and others races × 22.1% Chinese Identity as Chinese 6.5% India Identity as India 0.9% Identity as Non Malaysia
I visited Malaysia in December 2023. What a beautiful country with many cultures and it's respected among the people. Beautiful place. I visited Batu caves and it's an amazing feeling. And people across religions and races visit and partake. Big up to Malaysia on how they respect and welcome all. In my mind I rate it as the best place in the world and a large part of that is becos of its people. Il be back every year hopefully.
Thank you very much! I was worried that I was maybe disrespecting someone or something by inserting myself, but now I see how open everyone was okay with me. So much fun participating in that awesome experience!!!
@@WhereisBradnext year u must come India in Tamilnadu palani for thaipusam.... U feel magic ur life... Because their is one magical baby is lived..... That's we called God muruga....
Brother first of all thank you visiting Malaysia and promoting our nation. Secondly thank you for visiting Batu Caves during Thaipusam and my sincere appreciation for you for showing respect to our tradition by removing your shoes when entering into all the temple. I would say that you were so lucky to witness the deity Lord Murugan so near at the main temple in the cave. You were so blessed too to witness the arrival of the Silver Chariot that travelled more than 19 hours into Batu Caves. Upon the arrival of the chariot, a huge flag with a rooster symbol on it will be raised at the tall flag pole near to the entrance marking the official beginning of the religious festival. I remember you were asking about the number of steps and the height of the Lord Murugan statue right? Here's the answer. The staircase has 272 steps and the statue is 42.7 meters tall. Hope you had a great time here in our nation and at our temple.
I am honored and lucky to have been there! I will always do what I can to respect other cultures, and I felt welcomed by everyone I met! I really did have an amazing experience !! Thanks for answering my questions too!!
Great job bro.❤ You are one of the only few(really few among thousands of YTers) who did the Thaipusam full coverage and ritual participation. Many would shy away or shun away. But you had TICKED all boxes and went more extra steps than others. BRAVO 🎉💪🏻👍🏻💖
Wow that feels amazing to hear! Honestly I hadn’t watched any videos, nor researched much (which you can very easily tell lol), so I wasn’t really sure what I was doing! I’m super happy thank you!!🙏
Im a Singaporean havent been to Batu caves for years alots of changes, Thank so much for sharing the video Brad. You may google. You have a blessed day take care
This video made me tear up as I’m so moved by your passion and effort to learn about our culture and the biggest Hindu religious celebration of the year. I wish there were more people available to explain to you better. Nevertheless, thank you for your commitment and for sharing 🙏🏼💛
Wow I’m so happy I was able to go! It was a powerful experience! A lot of people have answered my questions in the comments actually, so that helped me. But ya, I wish I could’ve gotten answers in the video so others could learn from it too! Thanks a lot for your support!! 🙏🥰
Congrats Brad, you managed the monkeys brilliantly on your first attempt😂. They are naughty guys indeed. Anyway, Thaipusam festival is dedicated to Lord Muruga(also known as Lord Karthikeyan), son of Lord Shiva and Parvathi(Goddess Shakthi) where Lord Muruga received the Weapon of all weapon called 'Vel' from his Mother Parvathi/Shakthi. Hence the chants " Vetrivel Vel,Veera Vel, Shakthi Vel,Nyana Vel" which hails Lord Muruga being the mighty weapon "Vel"himself in defeating Asuras or Demons called Tarakasuran and Surapadman. The weapon "Vel" is called "Nyana Vel" which means Weapon of knowledge and wisdom. The concept here is that there is no bigger power or understanding of this Universe other than knowledge and wisdom. Thus, our celebration on Thaipusam, offerings and prayers to "Vel Muruga" the absolute embodiment of universal power consisting purely of knowledge and wisdom.
Wow this is the best explanation I’ve heard. Thank you so much! Lord Muruga is out slaying demons while I’m here conquering mischievous little monkeys. Haha they’re no joke though. Thanks again for the support and information!! 🙏🥰🙏
I am a malay. We dont celebrate it but as Malaysian we will still respect and find our way to understand other religion from our friend with different ethnicity. But surely Thaipusam always bring back memories when my children still little. That time me and my 2 little boys driving together around the city at night trying to find a pop-up stall on the street that selling durian fruit. Then my youngest son see a crowd of people is selling durian but he also said they smashing the durian.. Then i drove by them.. Only to find they just a group of people throwing coconut and smashed it on the street.. It for Thaipusan ritual. The funny thing is my youngest son still asked them.. Do they sell durian while sticking his body out from the window. 😅 And they all just smile and said we only have coconut. And after that we all just laughing together. Meanwhile my youngest son still look confused. 😅
@@WhereisBrad after travel around West of Malaysia, do come to East of Malaysia in Borneo, Sabah & Sarawak. The vibe are abit different from West of Malaysia. Sabah & Sarawak have so many cultures.
What an amazing experience! The sketchy 🐒's were entertaining. Lol Climbing up those stairs look like they were steep and exhausting... but worth it because that Cave was absolutely beautiful. I learned a lot. Thank you for educating us all. Well done! 👏
That makes me so happy! And you’re right about all of that! I went in thinking it was just a big staircase, but it turned into an eventful set of obstacles lol. So much fun and wow so pretty! Thanks for the kind words!!
Thaipoosam - You can see a weapon on Lord Murugan hand in statue. It"s called VEL. the day Murugar got VEL was celebrated as Thaipoosam. He got that VEL from his mother(Parvathi) to win war against Asuras(Demon). In INDIA / TAMIL NADU we celebrate this festival every year because Murugar is god of Tamil. ( Tamil is one of the oldest living language in the world )
I seen many you tubers visiting Malaysia but your videos are the best ones. As a Malaysian living abroad in united state this is the festival that I have missed for a long time but you have shown the best videos for this festival. Thank you. The last time I visited batu caves was back in 1993. Hope to make it happen soon.
WOW! Great video Brad and what a wonderful experience. This was jam-packed with so much information and visual treats. What an amazing place. I enjoy watching you being respectful of different cultures and religions and asking about what is acceptable behavior . Wishing you continued joy on your journey.❤❤❤
Thank you so much!! I try my best to be as respectful, and so far it’s paid off with welcoming, education, and fun. I think I’ll keep doing it that way! 😊 what a beautiful country!
Haha I said it wrong so many times. I felt the need to put the big title on screen early on because of how blatant it was lol! Thanks a bunch 🙏🥰🇲🇾 I enjoyed making that one a lot
One of the best videos I have seen Brad. Thanks for putting so much effort in the most polite way possible to bring scenes of Batu Caves during Thaipusam to youtube. May you be blessed.
I love the way you respect others culture and tradition. Glad that I came across this video full of positivity today. Wish you lots of success and happiness in life bro. Love from 🇲🇾🫡
Thank you very much! I definitely always want to learn as much as possible. But I know every culture has their own traditions and behaviors. So sometimes I worry I may be doing something disrespectful without knowing. If there is a language barrier, I find that watching people’s facial expressions is a universal teller. Thanks for the positive wishes!!! 🙏🥰😁
Thank you so much!! I love to participate but try to make sure I’m not accidentally disrespecting someone else’s culture, religion, etc. but everyone seemed to be welcoming me so I was very happy!
Thank you so much for the beautiful documentary Brad. Next year you should visit Ipoh, 2⅐ hours journey from Kuala Lumpur for Thaipusam celebration. You'll able to observe more of the rituals very closely and good explanation indeed
Bro, after watching few videos from all 3 of you, plus yr friends, i am impressed of how you went thru all the happenings and respected each culture/believes throughly..knowledge is wealth, man. Plus experience through travels, that makes you a better person! I'm a fan now🎉. Travel more! 💪🏻💪🏻
Hey Brad glad to see you have a lot respect to differect cultures and religion. I am actually Malaysian but I live in LA since the ageof 3 I usually visit back to Malaysia with my Fam, but its been a while since I have been back. I intend to visit Malaysia in June for our Summer break. Thank you for sharing this amazing video makes me feel happy to hear my Lanuguage and your communications with them is great. I hope you enjoyed the food there.Take care safe travels!!!!
Amazing! So happy to share my experience! Interacting with Malaysian people has been such a positive thing for me and I’m loving your country! I hope you have a safe and wonderful trip in June! Who knows, maybe I’ll be back there during that time !
OMG!!! Brad I am so happy when I saw your reply..I have to give you props for being able to undertsnad the accent...its takes a bitc but I think overall Malaysian Indian(Tamil) usually do speak English and not shy even if niot that fluent, as long as they cn help one find their way around. Thats going to be awesome!!! if you would be there as I have so much Family still there and I will be traveling with my Son for the first time to Malaysia that would be a great experience.My Family and I would love to show you and your Family around. Take Care shoot me a msg when you will be in Malaysia next.
@@ranisidhu8007thank you ! It takes a bit for sure, but I think since I go from country to country often, I’m getting better at interpreting different accents faster! (I think) Wow that’s super exciting!thank you so much for the offer! I have a wife (of 6 months) but when I do RUclips travel, she prefers to stay home. We do our own vacations in a more relaxing way. When I travel solo I actually move around quickly, record all day, and it’s a lot of work. She doesn’t like that. So next time I’m in Malaysia I’ll likely be alone, especially because I plan to come back and jump all over the country!
Hi Bro., Batu caves have beautiful shrines and you have visited in the right festival time. I think that the monkeys must have seen the fruits which you were carrying. Excellent 🎥 filming and done a great job. By the way the people there speak Tamil which is a native language of Tamil Nadu in India and in Jaffna in Sri Lanka. There are lot of Tamil speaking people in Malaysia and it is one of the official languages in Malasia.👌👍
Hi Brad, your coverage on Malaysia is awesome.. Thank you.. I was in Minnesota for 12 years and I loved America.. Honestly you need to get a local who can speak english well to explain the country , culture and everything here buddy. I see that you are having a tough time to communicate .. yet you have done a great job mate!
Your video on Thaipusam was really cool and thanks for promoting our country and culture. Only the monkeys entry were quite disturbing. Me too experienced the same whenever I visit Batu Caves.The monkeys are after the fruits in the prashasam that you are caring.either give to the monkeys or put inside your backpack whenever you visit Batu Caves next.I normally will do that. You are just cool.Thanks
Thanks for the awesome comment! I will for sure be more prepared for the monkeys next time!! Using a backpack will be helpful, especially since I like to buy things and have otherwise needed to carry stuff.
Dodgy Spooky monkey.. GOD For Tamils - Lord MURUGA... I am an AUSSIE Tamil South Indian from Coimbatore District. Cheers from an AUSSIE in #coimbatore #pollachi #tamilnadu Subscribed BRAD... I lived in AUS from 2007 to 2019... Happy Touring... Enjoy mate..
Hi Brad... welcome to Malaysia. Thaipusam is a special festival celebrate in the month of Thai according to Indian calendar during full moon. Our government grand a holiday during this festival.
Hi happen to bump into your video (your first video i've watched btw :) ) thank you for visiting Malaysia and witnessing our festival. Along your video, i notice you got few questions unanswered... so here you go, Thaipusam (Thai : 10th month in indian calender, "Pusam : one of the star in indian astrology) is celebrated as the day Lord Murugan (god of Tamil) got his divine Vel (spear) from his mom Parvati and victory of killing the demon with Vel (also reflects as the sharpness of knowledge and discipline) against a demon surapadman. It is believed that by taking Kavadi (large structure carried by devotees) or paal kudam (milk pot) humans would wash out their sins also for some if their prayers are heard they vow to do so as well. It had multiple believes depending on individuals . Those big structures or building you see before you climb the stairs are also temple of various god and goddess. The sculpture of goddess in black saree (indian traditional attire) with trident is goddess Durga (incarnation of goddess parvati). Regarding the ticket you bought, its to do archanai (mini pooja) and they will give you the offering and there is no entrance fee. Its also optional to give them money not compulsory. The devotees with bald head applied santhanam (sandal wood powder) to cool off their newly bald head . They actually offered Mudi kanikai (cut off their hair) as offering to got similar to paal kudam and kavadi. The deepam (Ghee oil lamp) is lit as an offering to any god or goddess as well and it is not made of wax, the lamp is made of soil and the oil is Ghee oil. The powder that they applied on your forehead is called Thiruneer. You can google about it to know more significant things im just briefly explaining what i could. And one more thing Join your palm and bow your head a little thats how you pray or greet the god and then you can put on thiruneer or santhanam (sandal wood powder) or kumkum (red vermillion powder) or all 3. The drum like instruments is called melam and also Urumi (one of the indian culture instrument). Purpose of the chariot is we are welcoming Lord Murugan who travelled from his mom's (Parvati) temple. The kavadi dance symbolize as celebrating the Lord, those songs is devotional songs. If you stayed the whole day or night of thaipusam you can see whole lot of different designs of kavadis. Hope it helps. Good day to you and stay safe.
Amazing! I really appreciate you taking the time to answer all these questions! It really helps me understand and appreciate everything I saw! This is a 💯 top comment for sure! Thank you so much 🙏🥰
Great job, we are visiting Kuala Lumpur end March 2024, can you wear shoes going up and into the caves, are you going anywhere else? We are also visiting Penang and Langkawi any general tips or places to visit, are you still in Malaysia
Wow super video l have never watched videos done like you had super cool the journey through out the video was amazing it was just like l am taking a walk thanks❤
The devotees walk along the chariot with bare foot. They started 9pm on the day before and reached Batu Cave near 6pm. Almost a 19 hours journey.👍 Happy Thaipusam to everyone. 🎉🎉
Hi bro welcome to Malaysia..nice video bro.. again come to Malaysia .one things you pay $5 is not pay for entrance fee..pay for-carry the milk and pray with God and take Preshatham the (plastic bag)
Hi, I'm malaysian here in Kota Kinabalu Sabah watched your very nice video till end. Try come to Sabah this May 27 till 31 for together celebrate multiculture Haverst Festival state level...more infomation ypu can read in google.
Thank you for the amazing video Brad! I’m not sure if you managed to see the silver chariot however if you are coming again, I should bring you along with the whole process of thaipusam with detailed explanation 🙌
@@WhereisBrad what you saw is a glimpse of kavadi, which is an offering to lord murugan - it could be a form of being thankful or it can be also a form of carrying kavadi(burden) and laying it upon lord murugan to take care of the rest. Where else that chariot is another deal you can watch a short documentary of it here ruclips.net/video/6eVIEPmofTw/видео.htmlsi=29mmHF2-8JU9ns6T
Brad, u r so cute! Cheers! It's one of the many M'sian-cultural festive celebration for the Indians(Tamil) for most states in the peninsular ( Perak Selangor, Penang, Johor...etc), beginni g of the new year! Well, the Chinese community 'll be celebrating the Lunar New Year( Dragon) next week; Eve- 9th Feb, + 10~15th...lion + dragon dance-troupe all over the country too! n then in March it 'll be the Ramadhan( fasting month). Do experience n discover our melting pot... Would luv ❤ to see u vblogging! Have fun, Bro!😅😊
Hi Brad, hope you manage to see where they poking their touge with spear...or their cheek. Some hang the hook behind their back. The step was 272steps, right up to top.
Haha I forget the name but kinda close to city center. I stayed in Ceylonz tower and google mapped places nearby with pics of clean cuts lol. I wish I knew the name! Regardless…. Thanks 😎🙏
You did a great job producing this video brother. One foolish mistake you did was carrying a partially transparent bag with fruits promptly displayed for the monkeys to grab. Should have listened to the guy you met at the starting of the stairs, and given the fruits to the monkeys for a trouble free climb up to the top. Sometimes our common sense betrays us. Very valuable lesson though. Keep discovering, "Malaysia, Truly Asia".
Hi, Brad. I think the vendor at the jewellery shop is from India, not Malaysian Indian. Because Batu Caves is a touristic place & for the vendor to not understand basic English is IMPOSSIBLE. Malaysians basically can speak 3 languages; own language + English + Malay.
Ya I figured but I never want to assume. I think the “where are you from” was the wrong question to ask. But how can I ask without being too intrusive? “What are you?” Haha jk that’s not cool. I’m impressed that everyone knows so many languages.
@@WhereisBradMost of the malaysian indian understanding english..maybe the guy r from india(monk)thats why he cant understand what u said....can i ask u that u need to pay rm5 for the pray?
Its beautiful Malaysia I love it!!! awesome food and dring!! specially fresh coconut drink.. Aslo, its not "thai supan" you have to pronouce it as "Thai poosam"
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Even though I am Malaysian, the Thaipusam make me feel like in India country, I don't know how the tamil indian in India celebrate Thaipusam, but Malaysia Indian definitely bring the culture back to here
You are absolutely right!👍
Go google about Thaipoosam celebrations at Pazhani. That village is also known as Palani.
@@tmnprlsaicntryeah you right
Thaipusam is a "Hindu celebration among the Tamils across the globe to commemorate the victory of Lord Muruga over a demon using a divine spear." It's not the name of the place. She meant well but couldn't explain better possibly due to language barrier. Singapore, Sri Lanka, India are among some of the other countries which celebrate Thaipusam.
I think I kind of figured that out later, but I’m glad you clarified for me! Thanks a bunch! I wish I could communicate with everyone 😢. Either way, that was an amazing experience!
Mauritius,here in Italy,Finland, France etc
Hi Brad,
In Malaysia, it's also celebrated in Penang Ipoh, Singing Petani, Johore and some other small temples too. Hope you get to visit them too❤❤
@@thilaari5348That's Sungai Petani. I think your auto correct messed it up.
Thaipusam actually refers to the month and star that occurs on the day of the celebration. Tamil calendar uses sun, solar planets and 27 stars movements as reference.
Thai is the name of the month. Pusam is the name of the star that coincide on this day. It's the day when Parvati, lord Murugan's mother bestowed him with a spear that can kill Surapadman, a demon.
Thank you for visiting Malaysia, and thanks for promoting our country to the world. I hope you enjoy your time here.
Malaysia has been a magical place and I’m happy to share! I appreciate the warm welcome!!🙏
I'm Malaysian malay, this is interesting & adding knowledge.. I watched till end 👍
Awesome thank you so much!!! 😊
The priest chanted mantras for your wellbeing & your wife's. The fruit has been blessed ritually. The pot contains cow's milk which is offered to Lord Muruga for making their vows. Shaving heads is also an offering made for their wellbeing/for fulfilling their vows 😊
Wow super helpful!! You really just answered so many of my unanswered questions! Thank you so much!!😊
I'm malay I don't celebrate Thaipusam but i just want to say happy Thaipusam for India Tamil and also happy holidays proud to being Malaysia A multi-ethnic coutry with
70.5% is bumiputera identity as Malay • Iban • bidayuh • Bajau •milanau • kadazan • orang asli • Murut • dusun • minang kabau • and others races ×
22.1% Chinese Identity as Chinese
6.5% India Identity as India
0.9% Identity as Non Malaysia
Happy everything! The way to live!
@@WhereisBrad
I can't wait for Ramadan And Eid mubarak ❤️ I hope you stay here for a long time
Thank you bro
Tq very much.
Call as a 'Malaysian Tamil' not India Tamil.
I visited Malaysia in December 2023. What a beautiful country with many cultures and it's respected among the people. Beautiful place. I visited Batu caves and it's an amazing feeling. And people across religions and races visit and partake. Big up to Malaysia on how they respect and welcome all. In my mind I rate it as the best place in the world and a large part of that is becos of its people. Il be back every year hopefully.
I agree 💯. It feels so powerful to be around all of that!
Welcome to multicultural Malaysia🎉🎉🎉❤❤
Thank you very much! I was worried that I was maybe disrespecting someone or something by inserting myself, but now I see how open everyone was okay with me. So much fun participating in that awesome experience!!!
@@WhereisBradnext year u must come India in Tamilnadu palani for thaipusam.... U feel magic ur life... Because their is one magical baby is lived..... That's we called God muruga....
Wow okay thanks for the info!
You are very respectful 👍🏻 and shout out to locals who explained well to you :)
Thank you! I always worry about that, I’m glad my actions ended up being okay! Yes totally that was really cool of them!
Brother first of all thank you visiting Malaysia and promoting our nation. Secondly thank you for visiting Batu Caves during Thaipusam and my sincere appreciation for you for showing respect to our tradition by removing your shoes when entering into all the temple. I would say that you were so lucky to witness the deity Lord Murugan so near at the main temple in the cave. You were so blessed too to witness the arrival of the Silver Chariot that travelled more than 19 hours into Batu Caves. Upon the arrival of the chariot, a huge flag with a rooster symbol on it will be raised at the tall flag pole near to the entrance marking the official beginning of the religious festival. I remember you were asking about the number of steps and the height of the Lord Murugan statue right? Here's the answer. The staircase has 272 steps and the statue is 42.7 meters tall.
Hope you had a great time here in our nation and at our temple.
I am honored and lucky to have been there! I will always do what I can to respect other cultures, and I felt welcomed by everyone I met! I really did have an amazing experience !! Thanks for answering my questions too!!
Great job bro.❤ You are one of the only few(really few among thousands of YTers) who did the Thaipusam full coverage and ritual participation. Many would shy away or shun away.
But you had TICKED all boxes and went more extra steps than others.
BRAVO 🎉💪🏻👍🏻💖
Wow that feels amazing to hear! Honestly I hadn’t watched any videos, nor researched much (which you can very easily tell lol), so I wasn’t really sure what I was doing! I’m super happy thank you!!🙏
Watching from Tamil Nadu India
Nice thanks for watching!!
Dude great video! Wish I would've gone with you! Looked amazing!
Thanks man!! It was super fun! Next time for sure!👍
Im a Singaporean havent been to Batu caves for years alots of changes, Thank so much for sharing the video Brad. You may google. You have a blessed day take care
Glad to share! I had a great time there!
nice video bro, the festival looks interesting 😃
Thanks man! It was super cool going there, and sooo different from everything in the city!
@@WhereisBrad Where is chris?
@@trincochris wasn’t able to join for this, busy man busy schedule. I made sure he knows what he missed though lol
You are great Brad...Lord Muruga Bless you and your family 😍
Thank you!!! That was such a powerful experience!
Great informative video
This is so cool I love watching you talk to locals. You are really good at making conversation. This is a really fun one!!!!!
Thanks!! It was super fun to make!!
Wow Brad. This is an awesome video. I follow a few youtubers who didn't go to the extent you did for thaipusam. Well done! Thanks for sharing 👍
Glad to hear it! I honestly had no idea what I was doing lol, but I love figuring it out and learning what I can, so much fun!
This video made me tear up as I’m so moved by your passion and effort to learn about our culture and the biggest Hindu religious celebration of the year. I wish there were more people available to explain to you better. Nevertheless, thank you for your commitment and for sharing 🙏🏼💛
Wow I’m so happy I was able to go! It was a powerful experience! A lot of people have answered my questions in the comments actually, so that helped me. But ya, I wish I could’ve gotten answers in the video so others could learn from it too!
Thanks a lot for your support!! 🙏🥰
Congrats Brad, you managed the monkeys brilliantly on your first attempt😂. They are naughty guys indeed. Anyway, Thaipusam festival is dedicated to Lord Muruga(also known as Lord Karthikeyan), son of Lord Shiva and Parvathi(Goddess Shakthi) where Lord Muruga received the Weapon of all weapon called 'Vel' from his Mother Parvathi/Shakthi. Hence the chants " Vetrivel Vel,Veera Vel, Shakthi Vel,Nyana Vel" which hails Lord Muruga being the mighty weapon "Vel"himself in defeating Asuras or Demons called Tarakasuran and Surapadman. The weapon "Vel" is called "Nyana Vel" which means Weapon of knowledge and wisdom. The concept here is that there is no bigger power or understanding of this Universe other than knowledge and wisdom. Thus, our celebration on Thaipusam, offerings and prayers to "Vel Muruga" the absolute embodiment of universal power consisting purely of knowledge and wisdom.
Wow this is the best explanation I’ve heard. Thank you so much! Lord Muruga is out slaying demons while I’m here conquering mischievous little monkeys. Haha they’re no joke though. Thanks again for the support and information!! 🙏🥰🙏
I really enjoyed watching your Thaipusam video. You are so polite and respectful while making it.
Thank you very much!! I try to always respect others while learning as much as possible!
I am a malay. We dont celebrate it but as Malaysian we will still respect and find our way to understand other religion from our friend with different ethnicity. But surely Thaipusam always bring back memories when my children still little.
That time me and my 2 little boys driving together around the city at night trying to find a pop-up stall on the street that selling durian fruit. Then my youngest son see a crowd of people is selling durian but he also said they smashing the durian.. Then i drove by them.. Only to find they just a group of people throwing coconut and smashed it on the street.. It for Thaipusan ritual.
The funny thing is my youngest son still asked them.. Do they sell durian while sticking his body out from the window. 😅
And they all just smile and said we only have coconut. And after that we all just laughing together.
Meanwhile my youngest son still look confused. 😅
Hahahaha that’s an amazing story!!! How funny! 😆
Hello Brad! Thank you for the tour thru Batu Caves, absolutely respectful n kind on your part. Blessings of Lord Murugan upon you and your family,
Very welcome! I had so much fun making this one. I appreciate the kind wishes!!! 🙏🥰
really enjoy watching your vlog. Malaysia truly asia
Super happy to hear that!! I really appreciate the support!
Hi Brad. Glad u have so much fun. There's a lot more places to explore in Malaysia. Come again and travel around of Malaysia. You'll be amazed.
I plan to come back and hit all the main places, and hopefully even more of the less travelled places. Thanks for the warm welcome!!🙏
@@WhereisBrad after travel around West of Malaysia, do come to East of Malaysia in Borneo, Sabah & Sarawak. The vibe are abit different from West of Malaysia. Sabah & Sarawak have so many cultures.
What an amazing experience! The sketchy 🐒's were entertaining. Lol Climbing up those stairs look like they were steep and exhausting... but worth it because that Cave was absolutely beautiful. I learned a lot. Thank you for educating us all. Well done! 👏
That makes me so happy! And you’re right about all of that! I went in thinking it was just a big staircase, but it turned into an eventful set of obstacles lol. So much fun and wow so pretty! Thanks for the kind words!!
Nice,god bless you n your fmly always Mr Brad for respect our God Muruga at Batu Caves.
Thank you so much!!! I really enjoyed my time there!
Thaipoosam - You can see a weapon on Lord Murugan hand in statue. It"s called VEL. the day Murugar got VEL was celebrated as Thaipoosam. He got that VEL from his mother(Parvathi) to win war against Asuras(Demon). In INDIA / TAMIL NADU we celebrate this festival every year because Murugar is god of Tamil. ( Tamil is one of the oldest living language in the world )
Ahhhh, I wasn’t sure if I heard “vel” correctly before. Thank you that helps me understand so much better 🙏🥰
It's another Hindu deity
Just like ayappa
You are blessed brother, keep your wishes to lord Murgan, it will definitely happen then visit him again ❤❤❤
Thank you so much! I will for sure! 👍🥰
I seen many you tubers visiting Malaysia but your videos are the best ones. As a Malaysian living abroad in united state this is the festival that I have missed for a long time but you have shown the best videos for this festival. Thank you. The last time I visited batu caves was back in 1993. Hope to make it happen soon.
Super happy to hear that!!! I had such a great time making it! And it was super eventful lol!😂 thanks for the nice comment I’m glad I could share!
Bro i am honestly enjoying watch this video bro.Thx for this video ❤❤❤
This was super fun to make too! I felt like something new just kept happening, so it kept it exciting! I’m glad you enjoyed it!! 🙏🥰
WOW! Great video Brad and what a wonderful experience. This was jam-packed with so much information and visual treats. What an amazing place. I enjoy watching you being respectful of different cultures and religions and asking about what is acceptable behavior . Wishing you continued joy on your journey.❤❤❤
Thank you so much!! I try my best to be as respectful, and so far it’s paid off with welcoming, education, and fun. I think I’ll keep doing it that way! 😊 what a beautiful country!
Good timing Brad! I enjoyed the video too❤
Its Thai poo sam..u said Thai su pam.Great video ,very insightful.Great job.
Haha I said it wrong so many times. I felt the need to put the big title on screen early on because of how blatant it was lol! Thanks a bunch 🙏🥰🇲🇾 I enjoyed making that one a lot
Keep up the good work you're doing really well. Big things come to those who keep trying and you're doing that. 💯👍
Thank you very much! I’ve been working hard but also having so much fun! Always helpful to get support from people like you!
❤❤View nice with you and your friends
Brooooo you're killing it! Proud of you!
Thanks brother!
One of the best videos I have seen Brad. Thanks for putting so much effort in the most polite way possible to bring scenes of Batu Caves during Thaipusam to youtube. May you be blessed.
I’m super happy to hear that! Thank you for the awesome comment!!! 🙏🥰
Great sharing. It's interesting as well. I enjoyed watching it and loved it. Thanks. 👍👍👍😍😍😍
That’s great! Thanks so much!!! 🙏🥰 this was a super fun one to make!
Great day to all. Thank you for sharing this clip. Happy Thaipusam to all! God bless you all! Vanakam!
Happy Thaipusom to you and everyone too! What does Vanakam mean? That’s a new one for me
That mean is welcome
@@sivanesvaranvelu2992nice thanks!!🙏
First video I've watched and I love it glad to be following you and good luck brad
Thank you very much! Glad you loved it! I had so much fun making it!
im so happy bc i sub to u for years and i saw you i was so shy to speak
keep on the work❤
Really?! That’s so cool! Next time don’t be afraid to say hello! But either way, thank you for continuing to support me! It means so much!
I left like watching a movie about Lord Muruga🙏… you filmed it with pure respect thank you brad🫡🙏
Wow that comment makes me super happy! Glad you enjoyed! I had such an awesome time making this video!
I love the way you respect others culture and tradition. Glad that I came across this video full of positivity today. Wish you lots of success and happiness in life bro. Love from 🇲🇾🫡
Thank you very much! I definitely always want to learn as much as possible. But I know every culture has their own traditions and behaviors. So sometimes I worry I may be doing something disrespectful without knowing. If there is a language barrier, I find that watching people’s facial expressions is a universal teller. Thanks for the positive wishes!!! 🙏🥰😁
You are very respectful person man. Welcome to Malaysia. Enjoy your time here 😊
Thank you so much!! I love to participate but try to make sure I’m not accidentally disrespecting someone else’s culture, religion, etc. but everyone seemed to be welcoming me so I was very happy!
hey well explored, this is a very beautiful vedio , thanks so much
Glad you enjoyed it! I had a great time making it!
Thank you so much for the beautiful documentary Brad. Next year you should visit Ipoh, 2⅐ hours journey from Kuala Lumpur for Thaipusam celebration. You'll able to observe more of the rituals very closely and good explanation indeed
That sounds awesome! I’ve heard a lot of people say to celebrate in Penang too, do you have a preference?
Hi Brad.. it was amazing video.. it was not entry ticket.. it is actually to do special prayer ticket.. 😅
Ahhhh, I was wondering what I was paying for lol! Thanks a bunch!
Hi dude amazing video of you exploring Batu caves, you must try banana leaf meal
Thank you! And yes I’ve seen that a few times now I think! I’ll def give it a try. It’s the wrapped up leaf right?
Thanks for sharing & respect our culture... Hats off
Very welcome! 🙏 and thanks so much! That was a powerful day and I had a ton of fun! 🤩
Bro, after watching few videos from all 3 of you, plus yr friends, i am impressed of how you went thru all the happenings and respected each culture/believes throughly..knowledge is wealth, man. Plus experience through travels, that makes you a better person! I'm a fan now🎉. Travel more! 💪🏻💪🏻
Love this comment! Thanks a bunch! I agree completely. Thanks a bunch 🙏
Well Vlogged brother, your respectful and kind acts in the temple can inspire people around the world to explore various cultures.
Thank you so much! I had a lot of fun doing this one. This is the definition of why I love travel so much!
Thak you mr.Brad...good luck...see you again.....
Thank you! 🙏 lots of videos coming soon so I’ll see you very soon 😁
Respect to you bro .. when u open ur shoes, when most of Malaysian never do that. thanks
Thanks man!! I didn’t mind at all. I will go out of my way to do it right if I can.
Hey Brad glad to see you have a lot respect to differect cultures and religion. I am actually Malaysian but I live in LA since the ageof 3 I usually visit back to Malaysia with my Fam, but its been a while since I have been back. I intend to visit Malaysia in June for our Summer break. Thank you for sharing this amazing video makes me feel happy to hear my Lanuguage and your communications with them is great. I hope you enjoyed the food there.Take care safe travels!!!!
Amazing! So happy to share my experience! Interacting with Malaysian people has been such a positive thing for me and I’m loving your country! I hope you have a safe and wonderful trip in June! Who knows, maybe I’ll be back there during that time !
OMG!!! Brad I am so happy when I saw your reply..I have to give you props for being able to undertsnad the accent...its takes a bitc but I think overall Malaysian Indian(Tamil) usually do speak English and not shy even if niot that fluent, as long as they cn help one find their way around.
Thats going to be awesome!!! if you would be there as I have so much Family still there and I will be traveling with my Son for the first time to Malaysia that would be a great experience.My Family and I would love to show you and your Family around. Take Care shoot me a msg when you will be in Malaysia next.
@@ranisidhu8007thank you ! It takes a bit for sure, but I think since I go from country to country often, I’m getting better at interpreting different accents faster! (I think)
Wow that’s super exciting!thank you so much for the offer! I have a wife (of 6 months) but when I do RUclips travel, she prefers to stay home. We do our own vacations in a more relaxing way. When I travel solo I actually move around quickly, record all day, and it’s a lot of work. She doesn’t like that. So next time I’m in Malaysia I’ll likely be alone, especially because I plan to come back and jump all over the country!
Hi Bro., Batu caves have beautiful shrines and you have visited in the right festival time. I think that the monkeys must have seen the fruits which you were carrying. Excellent 🎥 filming and done a great job. By the way the people there speak Tamil which is a native language of Tamil Nadu in India and in Jaffna in Sri Lanka. There are lot of Tamil speaking people in Malaysia and it is one of the official languages in Malasia.👌👍
I’m so lucky to be there during that time! I didn’t know about thaipusam until I got there! I see gotcha! Thanks!🙏
Hi Brad, your coverage on Malaysia is awesome.. Thank you.. I was in Minnesota for 12 years and I loved America.. Honestly you need to get a local who can speak english well to explain the country , culture and everything here buddy. I see that you are having a tough time to communicate .. yet you have done a great job mate!
Ya communication has been tough, but I’m glad I still made it through. Thanks a lot for the support!
Amazing video. Its interesting. Liked it😇🙌
Thank you! I really enjoyed making this one!
This festival is the most powerful festival in Malaysia This is your lucky day
Wow I got super lucky with the timing of my trip! I’m so glad I got to experience that!
Yeah man you walked in bare foods and and seeing him and blessings this year orals in one year you get a magical things.
Thank you for sharing this with us Brad. We celebrate similarly here in South Africa.
Oh wow very cool! I had no idea they celebrated this in Africa
Please do visit South Africa sometime
@@Shiv.s17808 that’s one place I’ve never been! Definitely want to go!
@@WhereisBrad when you are ready I can help you with ideas to make it a worthwhile trip
@@Shiv.s17808 cool thank you!
Finally your latest video uploaded..
Hehe I’ve been anxious to get the next one up 🥰thanks for watching!!
Happy thaipusam bro always being blessed🕉️
Thank you so much!!! Same to you! 🙏
This is Amazing 😮
Glad you liked it! It was awesome being there! Where are you commenting from?
Brad ... Good video ... Great content ... Thus i subscribed ... Welcome to 🇲🇾 ....
Much appreciated! Thanks for the warm welcome!!! 🙏
Really enjoyed watching your video. Thanks Brad
Glad to hear it!! I had so much fun making this one! 🙏🥰
Nice 👍
Thanks ✌
Thanks brad..appreciating our culture ❤❤❤
Your culture is amazing! Honestly, this is why I travel! So many beautiful things to learn
Your video on Thaipusam was really cool and thanks for promoting our country and culture. Only the monkeys entry were quite disturbing. Me too experienced the same whenever I visit Batu Caves.The monkeys are after the fruits in the prashasam that you are caring.either give to the monkeys or put inside your backpack whenever you visit Batu Caves next.I normally will do that. You are just cool.Thanks
Thanks for the awesome comment! I will for sure be more prepared for the monkeys next time!! Using a backpack will be helpful, especially since I like to buy things and have otherwise needed to carry stuff.
What a great content❤Thanks for sharing❤
Thank you so much! Been working hard but loving every moment
Thanks again for sharing
Of course! It’s been so fun!
Dodgy Spooky monkey.. GOD For Tamils - Lord MURUGA...
I am an AUSSIE Tamil South Indian from Coimbatore District.
Cheers from an AUSSIE in #coimbatore #pollachi #tamilnadu
Subscribed BRAD... I lived in AUS from 2007 to 2019...
Happy Touring... Enjoy mate..
Very cool! Thanks for the nice comment and support!
Cheers mate... Welcome...@@WhereisBrad
Very nice video, Thankyou.
Glad you enjoyed it!! ❤️
Amazing video thanks ❤
Thank you very much!! This was so fun!🤩
Bro. Your scene with the monkey is very thrilling like a horror movie. haha
Hahahahaa I was legit scared!!! Like I was being attacked, surrounded by people who couldn’t do anything to help me! lol glad I made it up safely! 🙉
@@WhereisBrad 😂
Thank you for this beautiful video really appreciate
Super happy to hear it! No problem! Thanks for the nice comment!! 🥰🙏
Great Video Brother 😍love from sri lanka😍
Thank you very much! Sri Lanka is very high in my list btw!
You're bless by the lord Muruga now Brad🙏🙌
I’m honored! 🙏🥰
Hi Brad... welcome to Malaysia. Thaipusam is a special festival celebrate in the month of Thai according to Indian calendar during full moon. Our government grand a holiday during this festival.
I see thank you so much!!! I’m so glad I could be there in that day!
Hi happen to bump into your video (your first video i've watched btw :) ) thank you for visiting Malaysia and witnessing our festival. Along your video, i notice you got few questions unanswered... so here you go, Thaipusam (Thai : 10th month in indian calender, "Pusam : one of the star in indian astrology) is celebrated as the day Lord Murugan (god of Tamil) got his divine Vel (spear) from his mom Parvati and victory of killing the demon with Vel (also reflects as the sharpness of knowledge and discipline) against a demon surapadman. It is believed that by taking Kavadi (large structure carried by devotees) or paal kudam (milk pot) humans would wash out their sins also for some if their prayers are heard they vow to do so as well. It had multiple believes depending on individuals . Those big structures or building you see before you climb the stairs are also temple of various god and goddess. The sculpture of goddess in black saree (indian traditional attire) with trident is goddess Durga (incarnation of goddess parvati). Regarding the ticket you bought, its to do archanai (mini pooja) and they will give you the offering and there is no entrance fee. Its also optional to give them money not compulsory. The devotees with bald head applied santhanam (sandal wood powder) to cool off their newly bald head . They actually offered Mudi kanikai (cut off their hair) as offering to got similar to paal kudam and kavadi. The deepam (Ghee oil lamp) is lit as an offering to any god or goddess as well and it is not made of wax, the lamp is made of soil and the oil is Ghee oil. The powder that they applied on your forehead is called Thiruneer. You can google about it to know more significant things im just briefly explaining what i could. And one more thing Join your palm and bow your head a little thats how you pray or greet the god and then you can put on thiruneer or santhanam (sandal wood powder) or kumkum (red vermillion powder) or all 3. The drum like instruments is called melam and also Urumi (one of the indian culture instrument). Purpose of the chariot is we are welcoming Lord Murugan who travelled from his mom's (Parvati) temple. The kavadi dance symbolize as celebrating the Lord, those songs is devotional songs. If you stayed the whole day or night of thaipusam you can see whole lot of different designs of kavadis. Hope it helps. Good day to you and stay safe.
Amazing! I really appreciate you taking the time to answer all these questions! It really helps me understand and appreciate everything I saw! This is a 💯 top comment for sure! Thank you so much 🙏🥰
@@WhereisBrad glad it helped. 😊
Great job, we are visiting Kuala Lumpur end March 2024, can you wear shoes going up and into the caves, are you going anywhere else? We are also visiting Penang and Langkawi any general tips or places to visit, are you still in Malaysia
Exciting!! Yes you can wear shoes. Most people did when I went.
I won’t be able to get outside of KL, but plan to come back soon and see much more of the country.
Thanks keep up the great work 👍
@@JonathanHirst-z4o thank you!!
Salute brad
Thank you!!🙏
Wow super video l have never watched videos done like you had super cool the journey through out the video was amazing it was just like l am taking a walk thanks❤
Thank makes me very happy to hear! Thank you so much! I had a lot of fun making this one!
Thanks bro!! Good Thaipusam
Very welcome! I had a great time making this!
The devotees walk along the chariot with bare foot. They started 9pm on the day before and reached Batu Cave near 6pm. Almost a 19 hours journey.👍 Happy Thaipusam to everyone. 🎉🎉
Oh wow! I had no idea they travelled that long and far! Amazing!
@@WhereisBrad Started night, arrived next day late aternoon. ruclips.net/video/F7auuap_wCE/видео.htmlsi=4BCmSo1LNxnvmVD_
@@WhereisBrad The journey begins from the Maha Mariamman temple in KL near Petaling Street and they walk all the way to Batu Caves
@@thilaari5348dang! I actually know where that is! That’s crazy far! ❤
Tq for the video.
No prob, it was super fun!🤩
Thank you 🇲🇾🙏🌎💕🌹 Happy Thaipusam
Thank you very much! Happy Thaipusam to you too! 🥰🙏
Thaippusam is a Tamil festival which is celebrating for Tamil God Murugan's Birthday❤
I see thank you!! I had so much fun!
Have you been to the caves on this day?
Hi bro welcome to Malaysia..nice video bro.. again come to Malaysia .one things you pay $5 is not pay for entrance fee..pay for-carry the milk and pray with God and take Preshatham the (plastic bag)
Ahhhh I see. lol I was a bit confused by that lol! Thanks for the answer and the welcoming 🙏🙏🙏
You are blessed ❤
Thank you very much!!! 🥰
Hi, I'm malaysian here in Kota Kinabalu Sabah watched your very nice video till end. Try come to Sabah this May 27 till 31 for together celebrate multiculture Haverst Festival state level...more infomation ypu can read in google.
That sounds fun! I’ve been hearing about that too! What’s your favorite part?
Thank you for the amazing video Brad! I’m not sure if you managed to see the silver chariot however if you are coming again, I should bring you along with the whole process of thaipusam with detailed explanation 🙌
That would be amazing! No I didn’t see the silver chariot. I actually wasn’t sure if the first one was it or not.
@@WhereisBrad what you saw is a glimpse of kavadi, which is an offering to lord murugan - it could be a form of being thankful or it can be also a form of carrying kavadi(burden) and laying it upon lord murugan to take care of the rest. Where else that chariot is another deal you can watch a short documentary of it here ruclips.net/video/6eVIEPmofTw/видео.htmlsi=29mmHF2-8JU9ns6T
Brad, u r so cute! Cheers! It's one of the many M'sian-cultural festive celebration for the Indians(Tamil) for most states in the peninsular ( Perak Selangor, Penang, Johor...etc), beginni g of the new year! Well, the Chinese community 'll be celebrating the Lunar New Year( Dragon) next week; Eve- 9th Feb, + 10~15th...lion + dragon dance-troupe all over the country too! n then in March it 'll be the Ramadhan( fasting month). Do experience n discover our melting pot... Would luv ❤ to see u vblogging! Have fun, Bro!😅😊
Hehe thank you!! 🙏😎
Hi Brad, hope you manage to see where they poking their touge with spear...or their cheek. Some hang the hook behind their back. The step was 272steps, right up to top.
I did!!! Looks so gnarly! I wish I went to talk to one of them who did that! So intense!
Taniah 🇲🇾 Serumpun 🇳🇪
Ahhhhhhh thank you!!!!🙏
Where and when did you get your hair cut? Nice
Haha I forget the name but kinda close to city center. I stayed in Ceylonz tower and google mapped places nearby with pics of clean cuts lol. I wish I knew the name!
Regardless…. Thanks 😎🙏
@@WhereisBrad Ah I see...but it looks good on you...are you still in KL? When are going back to the States?
You did a great job producing this video brother. One foolish mistake you did was carrying a partially transparent bag with fruits promptly displayed for the monkeys to grab. Should have listened to the guy you met at the starting of the stairs, and given the fruits to the monkeys for a trouble free climb up to the top. Sometimes our common sense betrays us. Very valuable lesson though. Keep discovering, "Malaysia, Truly Asia".
Haha yep I totally agree! That would’ve helped a lot. Next time 😂. Well do thanks for the nice comment! 🥰🙏
Batu caves, sir🤗
Amazing place! So beautiful! I can’t believe how old it is
Thank you - Nandri 🙏 (Tamil Language).
Nadri very much!!! 🙏🥰
Hi, Brad. I think the vendor at the jewellery shop is from India, not Malaysian Indian. Because Batu Caves is a touristic place & for the vendor to not understand basic English is IMPOSSIBLE. Malaysians basically can speak 3 languages; own language + English + Malay.
Ya I figured but I never want to assume. I think the “where are you from” was the wrong question to ask. But how can I ask without being too intrusive? “What are you?” Haha jk that’s not cool.
I’m impressed that everyone knows so many languages.
@@WhereisBrad haha.. yeah... Thank god you found the locals when you bought the LITNA products👍
@@ferozaaflol ya.. I actually used it today. It’s really nice
@@WhereisBradMost of the malaysian indian understanding english..maybe the guy r from india(monk)thats why he cant understand what u said....can i ask u that u need to pay rm5 for the pray?
@@ahboonahboon8355 I paid 5RM in the video because I thought it was an entrance fee lol
Happy thaipusam
Same to you thank you!!!🙏
Its beautiful Malaysia I love it!!! awesome food and dring!! specially fresh coconut drink.. Aslo, its not "thai supan" you have to pronouce it as "Thai poosam"
Haha thank you! I was saying it wrong for so long in the video! I was cringing when editing 😂 lol