Lord Subramanya

Kartikeya (Sanskrit: कार्त्तिकेय, romanized: Kārttikeya), also known as Skanda, Subrahmanya, Shanmukha (IAST: Ṣaṇmukha), and Murugan (Tamil: முருகன்), is the Hindu god of war. He is the son of Parvati and Shiva, the brother of Ganesha and a god whose legends have many versions in Hinduism.

Which day is for Lord Subramanya?

Devotees shall celebrate Vaikasi Visakam today to mark the birth anniversary of Lord Murugan (also known as Kartikeya, Subramanyam or Shanmugham). This festival is observed in the Tamil month of Vaikasi when Vishakha, or Visakam Nakshatra, prevails. In most cases, the date concurs with the Full Moon day.

Is Lord Subramanya a snake?

According to legend, once, Subramanya asked Brahma the significance of 'Om' and when he was denied a reply, he imprisoned Brahma. But soon Subramanya repented for his arrogance by inflicting a curse on himself. Turning into a serpent, he sought a rock at Dandakaranya, in the tranquil south, for his penance.

What are the benefits of Worshipping Lord Subramanya?

Subramanya Gayatri Mantra Benefits A person chanting this revered mantra receives the ability to win over all their enemies and rivals. It is also known to give strength and courage to bravely face all problems in one's life.

Why is Kartikeya unmarried?

Lord Kartikeya is Bala Brahmachari and accepted celibacy from the age of five, he has taken vow not to associate with any women and not even seeing their face because he realised associations of women is maya or illusion which drags men into Sansara, the cycle of birth and death, lord Kartikeya was Brahma gyani from

Who is elder Ganesha or Subramanya?

Subramanya or Ganesha? As per puranas Ganesha is elder to Subramanya! Subramanya or Muragan is born to kill the demon Tarakasura! As per Ganesha Purana also Lord Ganesha is eldest son of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvathi.

What is Lord Murugan Favourite Colour?

It is because yellow is Lord Murugan's favourite colour, which is why the statue of Lord Murugan in Batu Caves is in yellow. Yellow is also associated with new beginnings, peace and happiness.

What is Lord Murugan Favourite food?

Foxtail in Tamil known as Thinai, is a healthy millet, which is a favourite of Lord Murugan.

What is Lord Murugan Favourite flower?

Lord Muruga, also known as Skanda, Subrahmanya, etc is usually offered white or red Arali. Other favorite flowers that can be offered are rose and Champa flowers (Shenbegam). Arali is also know as Oleander, Kaner in Hindi and Rakatakarabi in Bengali.

Why Lord Subramanya Worshipped with a snake?

Lord Subramanya is believed to have taken the form of a serpent to repent for the Brahma hatya dosha he got when he imprisoned Brahma. Subramanya is worshiped in this serpent form in Adhi, Madhya and Anthya Subramanya Swamy Temples.

Why Lord Murugan has snake?

An angry Muruga imprisoned Brahma. Later Shiva intervened and the matter was settled. Muruga then felt that he did not act properly by imprisoning Brahma. For the sin committed, he took the form of a huge snake and started living in this form.

Why does Murugan have a snake?

The snake represents the ego which we posses. Only after conquering this ego the person or jivatman can venture forward in the path of spirituality. This is shown symbolically as a snake being held at the foot by the Peacock of our Lord, Murugar who is also known as the Gnana Guru.

How can I impress Lord Subramanya?

You may chant the following Mantras and Shlokas dedicated to Lord Murugan to take his blessings on the auspicious day of Vaikasi Visakam.

1. Sharavana Bhava Mantra. Om Sharavana Bhavaya Namaha.
2. Murugan Gayatri Mantra. Om Tatpurushaya Vidhmahe. Maha Senaya Dheemahi.
3. Kartikeya Pragya Vivardhana Stotram.

Is kartikeya and subramanya same?

Kartikeya was the son of Shiva. He was his swarup but not avatar. Subrahmanya himself is a snake.

Who is kartikeya wife?

Devasena (Tamil: தேவசேனா, romanized: Tēvacēṉā, lit. 'Army of the devas') is a Hindu goddess, and the consort of the war god Kartikeya (Murugan). She is also known as Devayanai, Deivanai, and Deivayanai in Tamil texts.

Who is Shiva's first son?

Shiva is known to have two sons — the lovable elephant-headed god Ganesha, the destroyer of obstacles and Lord Kartikeya, the god of war.

Who defeated Kartikeya?

Tārakāsura
Children	Tripurasura

Who is son of Lord Kartikeya?

Acocrding to Tamil tradition and Thiruvilayadal Puranam He had two wives (and probably many Children) had his son (Veera Pandion) as a heir to Pandion Empire.

Who is the daughter of Lord Shiva?

Ashokasundari (Sanskrit: अशोकसुन्दरी, Aśokasundarī) is a Hindu goddess and daughter of the deities Shiva and Parvati. She is referenced in the Padma Purana, which narrates her story. The goddess is mostly venerated in South India in the form of Bala Tripurasundari.

Who is the third son of Lord Shiva?

Andhaka
Affiliation	Asura
Gender	Male
Personal information
Parents	Hiraṇyākṣa (father), Rusabhanu (mother) Shiva and Parvati (real parents)