Vel sent for divine blessing

By LOGEISWARY THEVADASS

Sacred ritual: A priest carrying Lord Murugan

GEORGE TOWN: Lord Murugan’s golden vel (spear), which will be carried on a golden chariot on Thaipusam eve, has been sent to Sri Maha Mariamman Temple in Queen Street to receive a blessing.

The vel was brought down from Arulmigu Balathandayuthapani Hilltop Temple in Jalan Kebun Bunga at 9am yesterday in a simple ceremony attended by the two temples’ committee members.

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