Lord Karthikeya, also known as Skanda, Subrahmanya, or Murugan, is a Hindu deity worshipped primarily in South India and Sri Lanka. He is considered to be the son of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati, and is revered as the god of war and victory. Lord Karthikeya is depicted as a handsome young man with six faces and twelve arms, each holding a different weapon. He is associated with bravery, courage, and wisdom, and is considered to be the commander-in-chief of the divine army.

In Hindu mythology, Lord Karthikeya played a crucial role in defeating the demon Surapadman and establishing dharma, or righteousness, on earth. He is also said to have granted boons and blessings to devotees who worshipped him with devotion and sincerity.

Lord Karthikeya is revered as the patron deity of the warrior class and is worshipped by soldiers, hunters, and athletes. He is also considered to be the presiding deity of the annual festival of Thaipusam, which is celebrated in South India and Sri Lanka to commemorate the defeat of Surapadman and the establishment of dharma on earth. In addition to his warrior aspect, Lord Karthikeya is also associated with love, fertility, and growth, and is worshipped as a deity who brings blessings of wealth, prosperity, and abundance to his devotees. He is also revered as a deity who represents the power of selfless love and devotion, and is considered to be a symbol of unity and harmony between different religious traditions.