Introduction to Lord Muruga
Lord Muruga is the most adorable deity in Hinduism, revered hugely in South India. Shanmukha (Shanmuga), Subramanian, Shadanana, Guha, Senthil, Saravana, Karthikeya, Kumaraswamy and Skanda are some of his 108 holy names. Lord Muruga is the younger son of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvathi. Muruga, the Tamil god, is worshipped as the god of war and victory. People worship him for intelligence, courage, and wisdom. Lord Muruga is the head of the gods’ forces, who was created to destroy demons.
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How is Lord Muruga generally depicted?
Lord Muruga is generally depicted as a youth with an appealing personality, dressed as a warrior. He holds his divine weapon, Vel (spear), in his hand. Sometimes, Lord Muruga is depicted with six faces and 12 hands. Each hand carries different weapons, such as a sword, mace, discus, bow, and javelin, etc. He is always seen with his divine vehicle, the peacock and a snake. Sometimes, Lord Muruga is also accompanied by his two consorts, Deivanai and Valli.
What is the significance of Lord Muruga?
According to astrology, Mars is a fiery planet, and the fire God Agni has a strong influence on it. Muruga, as the ruler of the planet Mars and the divine incarnation of supreme power, consciousness, and wisdom, can free individuals from karmic bondage.
What are the important temples of Lord Murugan?
The Six abodes, or Aarupadai Veedu, are considered among the most important temples of Lord Murugan. Every temple speaks of its legend and the deity’s victory over demons, miracles, and his marriage. Since each temple offers a unique experience and blessing, people are interested in visiting every temple.
Thirupparamkunram – the site of Lord Murugan’s marriage to Goddess Deivanai.
Thiruchendur – the place where Lord Murugan defeated the demon Soorapadman.
Palani – the spot where the Lord gave up worldly life and developed great knowledge.
Swamimalai – the father learning from his son, the ‘Om’ Pranava Mantra, passing the great wisdom.
Thiruttani – the spot where Lord Murugan married Valli.
Pazhamudircholai – the place is closely linked to the deity's kindness and wisdom, and his divine presence with his two consorts.
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What are the blessings of Lord Muruga?
Lord Murugan is the master of outstanding qualities and divine attributes. His worship can redeem his devotees from key impediments such as Karma (destiny), Maya (illusion) and Ahankar (ego). They are abundantly blessed with confidence, determination, courage, skills, wisdom, knowledge and intelligence. The malefic effects of Mars can be overcome by worshipping Lord Murugan. As the fiery planet may cause legal problems, people who are trapped in litigation must worship Lord Muruga to come out of all their problems. Performing Homas and Poojas to Lord Muruga can bestow devotees with immense benefits.
The divine weapon of Murugan, Vel (spear), can destroy darkness, disease, and karmic bonds, while the rooster can destroy evil and negativity.
Lord Murugan and his popular celebrations
People offer prayers to Lord Murugan at homes and temples in the forms of Abishekam, Poojas, and homam. Devotees carry Kavadi and milk pots to the Murugan temple on special occasions. Some devotees pierce their tongues, faces and bodies with Vel and perform Padha Yatra to his holy abodes. People sing his holy hymns and praise him, while some fast.
Shasti and Karthikai stars, which fall monthly, are some of his most auspicious occasions. Devotees fast on these days to receive his abundant blessings. Thai Karthikai, Thai Poosam, Aadi Kirthigai, and Panguni Uthiram are also considered propitious for Muruga worship.
