"So where are you from?" the man asked in a rather loud voice to get our attention. He was observing us as we were resting after climbing up then down the 272 steps of the Batu Caves. He sat next to us and leaned over as if his voice was not loud already for us to hear.
"People here believe so much that what they ask for come true."
"You mean they have strong faith?" I confirmed.
He said the people don't get tired when they climb up to the Hindu temple in the Batu Caves. Even if their eyes were closed and they were barefoot, they were not scared of falling down. They climb here to ask for blessings - couples who can't conceive, individuals who are sick or old, or whatever it is they need. Some come back to give thanks.
"I am 64," he said. "Yes, it's true," he confirmed when he saw my face of disbelief. His beard and hair were gray but other than those, he did not look 64. "I can climb up and not get tired at all. I don't mind doing it everyday." I smiled. My sister and I were sweaty and hungry. We must have looked very tired to him.
"You know it's all about believing not really religion," he reiterated more than twice. I was trying to explain the context of faith in the Catholic Church. But then again, the context and the concept is the same really, regardless of religion. I am not one to argue about faith especially with him. He looked so passionate about it. I want to believe I have enough faith because it's what's driving me to realize my dream.
The Batu Caves is reachable through the KMTR Commuter Train. Admission is free. Below are some scenes from the Batu Caves.
The Hindu temple in the Batu Caves attracts a lot of believers. It is amazing how most of their wishes come true. This looks like an interesting place to check out.
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