Skanda Shasti is an important festival celebrated in India to commemorate the victory of Lord Subramanya, also known as Lord Murugan, over the demon Taraka. This day falls in the month of November and marks a significant event in Hindu mythology. The celebration of Skanda Shasti marked by fasting, prayers, and offerings made to Lord Subramanya. It believed that worshipping Lord Murugan on this day brings good luck and prosperity to those who observe it. People also take part in special pujas and rituals to seek their blessings for a successful life ahead.
The main ritual performed during this day is chanting the Skanda Shasti Kavacham. Which is a prayer to Lord Murugan for protection from evil forces. People also light lamps and offer flowers to seek his blessings. It celebrated on the sixth day of the waxing moon period in the Tamil month of Aippasi. Which usually falls between October and November. This festival celebrated with great devotion and enthusiasm by devotees all over India. The main ritual performed during this day is chanting the Skanda Shasti Kavacham. Which is a prayer to Lord Murugan for protection from evil forces. People also light lamps and offer flowers to seek his blessings.
Skanda Shasti Story
Skanda, also known as Kartikeya or Murugan, is a popular Hindu god of war and victory. He often represented in sculptures with either six heads or one. Holding a spear or bow and arrows, and either riding on or accompanied by his vahana (mount). His symbols are the peacock (his mount) and the rooster. He said to be the son of Shiva and Parvati, born from Agni’s flames to protect the world from demons.
Skanda’s story has told for centuries in India through various myths that tell of his courage, strength, loyalty and devotion. He seen as an example of selflessness and courage for all Hindus who seek to follow his path. Skanda’s popularity continues to this day in India with temples dedicated to him all over the country.
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