Lord Muruga or Lord Subramanyam are the other names of the great God Kartikeya who according to Hindu mythology, is the son of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. He is the god of great energy and wisdom and is believed to have the power and control of things in his hand.

Lord Kartikeya is known by many names in different regions of India such as in South India; he is known as Murugan or Muruga or Shanmuga. Many beliefs and legends are associated with Lord Muruga that make him unique, powerful and the god of extreme energy.

Lord Murugan is traditionally worshipped to invoke the forces of divinity to overcome the forces of darkness. This process takes place both in the world and in the individual. It takes place through the power of His Vel which represents wisdom, jnana shakti.