Once again, scoring race card vote..chey!
That's fairer
Chinese 2
Malay 2
Angmo 2
Indian 1 only?
Yes, Thaipusam is a significant religious celebration in Hinduism, particularly among the Tamil community. It is observed on the full moon day of the Tamil month of Thai (January-February) and is dedicated to Lord Murugan, a Hindu deity.
Significance of Thaipusam
Thaipusam commemorates the occasion when Lord Murugan received the Vel (a spear) from his mother, Goddess Parvati, to defeat the demon army. The celebration is a testament to the triumph of good over evil.
Rituals and Practices
During Thaipusam, devotees typically:
1. *Carry Kavadis*: Devotees carry elaborate kavadis, which are physical burdens, such as piercings or hooks, attached to their bodies. This act of self-mortification is a demonstration of devotion and penance.
2. *Offer Prayers and Pujas*: Devotees offer prayers, pujas, and hymns to Lord Murugan, seeking his blessings and protection.
3. *Climb Sacred Hills*: In some places, devotees climb sacred hills, such as Batu Caves in Malaysia, to reach the temple and offer prayers.
Cultural Significance
Thaipusam is not only a religious celebration but also an important cultural event. It brings together the Tamil community, showcasing their rich heritage, traditions, and customs.
In summary, Thaipusam is a deeply meaningful religious celebration that honors Lord Murugan and showcases the devotion, resilience, and cultural heritage of the Tamil community.
Actually 元宵，mid autumn and qingming are very important festivals to the chinese
Indians very shotchanged
Thaipusam dont have
Ponggal also dont have.. Ponggal is important enough to decorate serangoon road but how come no holiday?
At least give 1 more
Somemore india very important trading partner.. Sign so many trade pacts.. Give face lah
So WP must call for Chinese religious celebration as a national holiday 🤔.
No? Why double standard le..🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
Playing races care vote again..pui!
Chinese has a rich cultural heritage, and Chinese religious celebrations are an integral part of it. Here are some significant Chinese religious celebrations:
1. Qingming Festival
Date: 4th or 5th of April
Significance: Honoring ancestors, cleaning tombs, and offering food and incense to the deceased.
2. Dragon Boat Festival
Date: 5th day of the 5th lunar month
Significance: Commemorating the death of Qu Yuan, a famous Chinese poet, and honoring the dragon deity.
3. Mid-Autumn Festival
Date: 15th day of the 8th lunar month
Significance: Celebrating the full moon, honoring the moon goddess, and sharing mooncakes with family and friends.
4. Hungry Ghost Festival
Date: 15th day of the 7th lunar month
Significance: Honoring the spirits of the deceased, offering food and incense, and performing rituals to appease the hungry ghosts.
These celebrations showcase the diversity and richness of Chinese culture, highlighting the importance of honoring ancestors, deities, and the community.
Hey Jamus, you forgotten about the Malay religious celebrations too..🤣🤣🤣
Are you a Singaporean by ❤️. Forgotten your own and Asian cultural ethics? Pui!
Malay religious celebrations are an integral part of Malaysian culture, reflecting the country's rich Islamic heritage. Here are some significant Malay religious celebrations:
1. Awal Muharram
Date: 1st of Muharram (Islamic calendar)
Significance: Marking the beginning of the Islamic new year.
2. Maulidur Rasul
Date: 12th of Rabi' al-awwal (Islamic calendar)
Significance: Celebrating the birth of Prophet Muhammad.
3. Nuzul Quran
Date: 17th of Ramadan (Islamic calendar)
Significance: Commemorating the revelation of the Quran to Prophet Muhammad.
4. Israk dan Mikraj
Date: 27th of Rajab (Islamic calendar)
Significance: Celebrating Prophet Muhammad's journey from Mecca to Jerusalem.
These celebrations showcase the importance of Islam in Malay culture, highlighting values such as compassion, forgiveness, and devotion.
Hang on a sec..
Thread title says "REINSTATE"
I kind of remember vaguely it was a holiday in the 60s
Good suggestion. We need one more day of holiday.
(08-03-2025, 01:18 PM)Bw2023 Wrote: [ -> ]That's fairer
Chinese 2
Malay 2
Angmo 2
Indian 1 only?
You forgot Vesak Day?
(08-03-2025, 01:22 PM)Bw2023 Wrote: [ -> ]Indians very shotchanged
Thaipusam dont have
Ponggal also dont have.. Ponggal is important enough to decorate serangoon road but how come no holiday?
At least give 1 more
Like that have more holidays lor!
Quote:Thus, some religious holidays such as Easter Monday, Mawlid (the birthday of Muhammad), Boxing Day and Thaipusam were removed from the list of public holidays to improve business competitiveness.
(08-03-2025, 01:18 PM)Bw2023 Wrote: [ -> ]That's fairer
Chinese 2
Malay 2
Angmo 2
Indian 1 only?
Vesak day is actually a Indian holiday So they also have 2 holidays
I think Mohammed birthday was a holiday too
Until some stupid pigs went and started the racial riots
And it was holiday no more the following years
(08-03-2025, 02:05 PM)Harry Lee Wrote: [ -> ]Vesak day is actually a Indian holiday So they also have 2 holidays
Buddhism is <1% of India today. So some argue Vedak public holiday is not a representative of "Indian holiday" leh.
Using Mr Lim's logic, then by right SGreans should enjoy at least 20 Public holidays per year based on our faith diversity loh ?
![[Image: Inter-Religious-Organisation-Singapore.jpg]](https://www.southeast-asia.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Inter-Religious-Organisation-Singapore.jpg)
(08-03-2025, 02:56 PM)Manthink Wrote: [ -> ]Buddhism is <1% of India today. So some argue Vedak public holiday is not a representative of "Indian holiday" leh.
Using Mr Lim's logic, then by right SGreans should enjoy at least 20 Public holidays per year based on our faith diversity loh ?
Wokism Party la..
Especially Jamus
AI may change the govt decision in not distant future,
to have more holiday to attract tourists and rest to its people.
Not a smart way to win votes. He also make silly suggestions for 16 years COE.
He also fought for subsidy of gender surgery in public hospitals...
Name and Constituency of Member of Parliament
A/Prof Jamus Jerome Lim
MP for Sengkang GRC
Question No. 5903
To ask the Minister for Health (a) what were the specific reasons behind the cessation of gender confirmation surgery in public hospitals in 2014; and (b) whether the Ministry has any plans to reinstate the provision and subsidy of gender confirmation surgery in public hospitals, similar to the arrangement prior to 2000.
Answer
1. Gender reassignment surgery (GRS) has always been offered by the public hospitals for those seeking medically necessary care. But it has not been part of any subsidy scheme.
Shanmugam is a traitor to his own race. 🐍
Dont laugh!
China has about 27 days holiday.
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(08-03-2025, 01:21 PM)WhatDoYouThink! Wrote: [ -> ]Actually 元宵，mid autumn and qingming are very important festivals to the chinese
元宵 is lantern festival.
九九重阳节 actually also quite important day according to I Ching.
Also, Zhong Yuan Jie (中元节). 😁
(08-03-2025, 06:02 PM)eRiseofAsia Wrote: [ -> ]Dont laugh!
China has about 27 days holiday.
https://data.chinatravel.com/images/mobi...y-2024.jpg
To view having more holidays will definitely erode competitive is an slowly old fashion thinking,
as machine intelligence is experience unprecedented giant leap.
Holiday can also create more rest, culture awareness and tourism.
I notice Ah Lim keep quiet about this topic during GE Rallies... Why ah ?