Kartikeya
कार्तिकेय
kaar-ti-KEY-ya
Hindu god of war and victory, son of Shiva and Parvati.
Meaning & usage
Kartikeya, also known as Skanda or Murugan, is a major deity in Hinduism, revered as the god of war and victory. He is the son of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati and is often depicted riding a peacock and wielding a spear. Kartikeya is particularly popular in South India and among Tamil communities, where he is known as Murugan.
In a sentence
During the festival of Thaipusam, devotees pay homage to Kartikeya with elaborate rituals and offerings.
As seen in crosswords
Kartikeya is a 9-letter answer. A typical clue:
“Hindu god of war and victory, son of Shiva and Parvati” (9)
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