What is lord subramanya swamy?

Lord Subramanya Swamy, also known as Kartikeya or Murugan, is a popular Hindu deity worshipped primarily in South India. He is considered the son of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati and is believed to be the commander of the army of the gods. Lord Subramanya is depicted as a young, handsome warrior riding a peacock and holding a weapon called a Vel, which is a divine spear.

Lord Subramanya is often associated with youth, valor, and wisdom. He is also considered the god of fertility, warfare, and victory, and is believed to protect his devotees from evil forces and grant them success and prosperity.

Devotees of Lord Subramanya celebrate his birthday, known as Skanda Sashti, with great fervor and devotion. The most famous temple dedicated to Lord Subramanya is the Arulmigu Subramaniyaswami Temple in Palani, Tamil Nadu, which is visited by millions of devotees each year.

Lord Subramanya is also worshipped in other parts of India and in countries with significant Tamil populations. Devotees often perform elaborate rituals and prayers to seek the blessings of Lord Subramanya for health, protection, and success in life.