Skanda the Heavenly God (Lord Kartikeya / Murugan)
A handsome youth holding the sacred golden spear Vel, riding a peacock with outspread wings, his might overawes the demon armies of the Three Realms, the paragon of valor and uprightness.
Vedic Origins and Cosmic Godhood
Born from the pure yang fire of Lord Shiva's brow, raised to maturity by the six celestial maidens, he commands the heavenly troops and slew the demon king Taraka.
Sacred Duties and Correspondences with the Nine Celestial Deities
Quells all rival foes, strengthens physique and vitality, breaks the karmic grudges of kin slaying one another; corresponds to Mars (Kuja/Mangal) among the Nine Luminaries.
Sacred Mantras and Meditative Invocations
Train your body and spirit, face competition without fear, and act with noble martial virtue and righteous energy; naturally, you will succeed wherever you go.
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