The son of Lord Shiva and his consort, Goddess Parvati, is Muruga, also known as Subramanya, Karthikeya, Shanmuga, or Skanda. He is a special Godhead, a remarkable blend of unparalleled bravery and supreme, spiritual intellect. He continues to be the center of all divine forces and is thought to lead one to spiritual evolution. Muruga is considered to be a Tamil God and is widely worshipped in the state.
