About Lord Muruga

Lord Muruga, also known as Kartikeya, Skanda, Subrahmanya, and Shanmukha, is a prominent Hindu deity revered as the God of War. He is generally described as the son of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati, and is the brother of Lord Ganesha.

In Tamil culture, Lord Muruga holds immense significance and is considered the chief deity of the ancient Tamils. He is often referred to as "Tamil Kadavul" (God of Tamils) and is the patron deity of the Tamil language and literature.

Lord Muruga is typically depicted as an ever-youthful and handsome deity, wielding a divine spear called the Vel and riding a peacock. His divine presence symbolizes wisdom, valor, and the eternal triumph of good over evil.

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