Skanda Sashti is a significant Hindu festival dedicated to Lord Murugan, also known as Skanda or Kartikeya, the son of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. Celebrated primarily in Tamil Nadu and among Tamil communities worldwide, Skanda Sashti commemorates the victory of Lord Murugan over the demon Surapadman. This victory symbolizes the triumph of good over evil and is celebrated with great devotion and fervor.
Skanda Sashti 2024 Date and Time
| Skanda Sashti Date | August 10, 2024, Saturday |
| Shukla Shashthi Tithi Begins | 03:14 AM, August 10 |
| Shukla Shashthi Tithi Ends | 05:44 AM, August 11 |
On Skanda Sashti, devotees observe fasts and participate in special prayers and rituals at Murugan temples. The day typically begins with a purification bath followed by the recitation of devotional hymns like the Skanda Shasti Kavacham. Devotees often perform Abhishekam (sacred bath) for the deity, offering milk, honey, and other sacred substances. The fasting observed on this day is believed to purify the soul and bring divine blessings for health, prosperity, and protection from evil.
In many temples, dramatic enactments of Lord Murugan's battle with Surapadman, known as Soora Samharam, are performed, adding to the spiritual atmosphere. The day culminates in special pujas and aarti in the evening, where devotees seek the blessings of Lord Murugan for strength and courage.
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