Jul 8, 2015
Kartikeya, the second son of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati or Shakti and brother to Ganesha, is known by many names Subramaniam, Sanmukha, Shadanana, Skanda and Guha.
He is an embodiment of perfection, a brave leader of god’s forces, and a war god, who was created to destroy the demons, representing the negative tendencies in human beings. Kartikeya’s other name, Shadanana, which means ‘one with six heads’ corresponds to the five senses and the mind. The six heads also stand for his virtues enables him to see in all the directions - an important attribute that ensures that he counters all kinds blows that can hit him.