Deity
मुरुगन (कार्तिकेय)
Murugan (Kartikeya)
The God of War, Commander of the Gods, The Youthful Philosopher
मुरुगन (कार्तिकेय)
परिचय
AboutLord Murugan, also known as Kartikeya or Skanda, is the Hindu god of war and the commander-in-chief of the celestial army (Devas). He is the son of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati, and the brother of Ganesha. Born from the fiery seed of Shiva to defeat the formidable Tarakasura, He was nurtured by the six Krittika stars, earning Him the name Kartikeya. He is typically depicted as a youthful, beautiful warrior carrying a divine spear (Vel), which represents spiritual insight that pierces through ignorance. His mount is a majestic peacock, symbolising the conquest over ego and sensual desires, and a rooster adorns his battle flag.
Significance
Murugan represents the epitome of youth, beauty and valour, embodying the ideal of the spiritual warrior. While He is worshipped globally, His reverence reaches its zenith in Tamil traditions where, as Murugan, He is celebrated as the patron deity of the Tamil language and literature. Philosophically, He represents the power of willpower (Icchāśakti) and action (Kriyāśakti) working in unison with supreme knowledge (Jñāna). The legend of Him explaining the profound meaning of the cosmic syllable "Om" (Pranava mantra) to His own father, Shiva, highlights His status as a supreme guru (Svāminātha). Worshipping Him will grant courage, confidence and protection against negative forces and inner spiritual enemies.
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