BELIEFS, CUSTOMS & TRADITIONS

Chinese New Year

MALAYSIANA A time for family reunions, the lion dance, firecrackers, mahjong, mandarin oranges and giving/receiving ang pow, the Lunar New Year – or Chinese New Year (CNY), as it is more commonly known in Malaysia – highlights some of the most fascinating aspects of Chinese tradition and rituals.

By Michael A. Fredericks · January 20, 2012 · 0 Comment

Hell of a tour

MALAYSIANA The netherworld is not exclusive to the dead, at least not for Master Kek Eng Seng who claims to have ‘visited’ Hades under the guidance of his spiritual teacher.

By allMalaysia · August 23, 2011 · 0 Comment

Ramadan

MALAYSIANA Ramadan is the ninth month of the Muslim calendar, and it is during this holy month that Muslims are enjoined by the Qur’an to fast.

By Michael A. Fredericks · August 19, 2011 · 0 Comment

The spirit of Ramadan [PIC]

MALAYSIANA Muslims in Malaysia join their counterparts from across the world to observe the holy month of Ramadan, annually, with patience and humility. (31 Photos)

By Michael A. Fredericks · August 18, 2011 · 0 Comment

Fascination for all things spooky

MALAYSIANA Malaysians are a culturally diverse lot but one common thread is their fascination with the supernatural. Whether you are Chinese, Indian or Malay, stories of ghostly encounters are part and parcel of the Malaysian experience.

By allMalaysia · August 16, 2011 · 0 Comment

When the ghosts see red!

MALAYSIANA Taoists believe that spirits are at their most powerful during the seventh lunar month.

By allMalaysia · August 16, 2011 · 0 Comment

One hundred years of service

MALAYSIANA St Anthony’s church — one of the oldest churches in Kuala Lumpur — is celebrating its 100th anniversary this year.

By allMalaysia · June 22, 2011 · 0 Comment

Kuda Kepang

DISCOVER MALAYSIA Yet another dance form that demonstrates the strong traditional influence inherent in Malaysian culture, the Kuda Kepang was first introduced here in the early 20th century

By Michael A. Fredericks · April 13, 2011 · 0 Comment