Blogs — Lord Murugan

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...

  Lord Murugan is always revered as a Tamil God in Tamil Nadu. As the beloved son of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati, Lord Murugan embodies courage, righteousness, and spiritual enlightenment. Lord Murugan, also known as Kartikeya, Subrahmanya, Kathirvelan, Saravana, Shanmukha, Senthilnathan and numerous other names, stands in Hindu mythology. Lord Murugan is respected as a leader of the Mountainous region called as Kurinji Aandavar. Murugan's weapon, the formidable spear or "Vel," symbolizes triumph, the restoration of peace, and the destruction of all evil forces. Lord Murugan’s Arupadai veedu holds a special place in Tamil culture and spirituality. Among six abodes,...

Aadi Krithigai falls on 9 Aug 2023 on Wednesday Krithigai is one of the 27 stars ( nakshatras ). The day of Krithiga nakshatra is considered very auspicious for lord Murugan's Worship. Krithigai nakshatra falls every month but the one that falls in the Tamil month of Aadi (July - August) is considered very special and auspicious.Aadi Krithigai is a very important day in the Tamil Hindu calendar that falls on a Krithigai nakshatra day in the month of Aadi. This year the Aadi Krithigai falls on the 9th of August - Wednesday Significance of worshipping Lord Murugan on Aadi...

Thaipusam Kavadi falls on 5th of February 2023 Thaipusam Kavadi is a significant Hindu festival that is celebrated in honour of Lord Murugan, the son of Lord Shiva and Parvati. The festival falls on the full moon day of the Tamil month of Thai, which is typically in January or February of the Gregorian calendar. This year, Thaipusam Kavadi falls on February 5th. The word "kavadi" refers to the large, elaborate wooden structure that is carried by devotees as a form of devotion and penance. This structure is decorated with colourful flowers, peacock feathers, and other symbols of Lord Murugan....