Murugan , chief deity of the ancient Tamils of South India, son of the warrior goddess Korravai. He was later identified in part with the North Indian war god Skanda. His favourite weapon was the trident or spear, and his banner carried the emblem of a wild fowl. The Tirumurukarruppatai, a “guide to Delve into the mythological origins of Lord Murugan , his significance in Hindu epics, and his profound influence in South Indian traditions. Murugan is a Hindu god, the son of Shiva and Parvati, and is a much revered deity especially in South India. He is known by various names like Murugan , Shanmukha (Shanmuga), Subramanian, Shadanana, Guha, Senthil, Saravana, Kumaraswamy and Skanda. Murugan , also known as Kartikeya, is the Hindu God of War, revered for his valor and wisdom. He is the son of Shiva and Parvati, and the brother of Ganesha.
