Blogs — Lord Murugan

Aadi Krithigai 2024 Date and Timing: Aadi Krithigai falls on Monday, 29th July starting at 02:41 pm and ends on Tuesday, 30th July at 01:40 pm    Aadi Krithigai is one of the important festivals celebrated in Tamil culture, primarily dedicated to Lord Murugan or Subramanya. Lord Murugan is the son of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati; he is also revered for his courage and wisdom. Aadi krithigai is considered a highly auspicious day to celebrate Lord Murugan.Aadi is the first month of Dakshinayana punyakalam, the period when the sun god shifts his direction from north to south. Krithigai is the star or nakshatra of Lord...

Lord Murugan's tales of valour, wisdom, and compassion have deeply influenced Hindu culture. Murugan is the god of war and victory, the protector of Tamil culture and traditions, and is especially loved in southern India. Lord Murugan is the beloved son of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. Lord Murugan is especially known for his Arupadai Veedu (Six Abodes). Among the six abodes, Pazhamudircholai temple is the last, which is located amidst the verdant Alagar Hills, surrounded by dense forests and natural springs. This sacred site attracts devotees and tourists alike, offering a serene atmosphere and a deep spiritual experience. Let’s...

Lord Murugan is revered as a young god, who is known for both courage and wisdom. Lord Murugan is always respected as a Tamil god in Tamil Nadu. He is a beloved son of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. Murugan is the god of war and victory, the protector of Tamil culture and traditions, and is especially beloved in the southern parts of India. The Thiruthani Murugan Temple, dedicated to Lord Murugan, is one of the six abodes (Arupadai Veedu) of the deity. It is believed that this is the place where Lord Murugan and Valli got married. The temple...

Imagine a young deity, exuding both valour and wisdom, guiding his father through the mysteries of the universe. This captivating scene forms the heart of Swamimalai, where Lord Murugan, the revered god of war and knowledge, holds a unique place in Hindu mythology. Lord Murugan, revered as the divine teacher, is not only esteemed as a valiant warrior but also celebrated as a sage of great wisdom. He is known for imparting the profound and sacred meaning of the syllable "Om" to his father, Lord Shiva. Lord Murugan is also known as Kartikeya, Subramanya, Kathirvelan, Saravana, Shanmukha, Senthilnathan and numerous other...