Skandha Shashti Vizha begins on 24th October, 2014 !!



Jai Sriman Narayana !!
 

 
 

Vetrivel Muruganukk Ara Aro Ara !!



 
 

Skandha Shasti begins on the 6th day of bright fornight in the Tamil Month Aippasi.  The six day long festival commemorates the fierce battle of Lord Muruga with the demon Tharakasura and  the death of the demon. 

 

The celebration continues for six days in all the Murugan temples especially in the famous Six Abodes of Lord Muruga.  The Six Abodes of Lord Muruga are  Thirupparamkundram, Thiruchendur, Palani, Swami Malai, Thiruthani and Pazhamuthir Cholai.  Fasting, following austerities on these auspicious days and reciting the scared hymns of Lord Muruga such as Thirupukazh and Skandha Puranam are highly meritorious.   

 
 
Please follow the link below to read Skandha Puranam:


 

Vetrivel Muruganukk Ara Aro Ara !!
 

Jai Sriman Narayana !!

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