Vaikasi Visakam, one of the most sacred Hindu festivals dedicated to Lord Murugan, will be celebrated with full devotion on Monday, June 9, 2025. Observed during the Visakam Nakshatra in the Tamil month of Vaikasi, this festival marks the divine birth of Lord Murugan—the God of Courage, Wisdom, and Victory. Falling in May or June, Vaikasi Visakam is especially significant in Tamil Nadu and among Tamil communities across the globe.
Vaikasi Visakam 2025 Date and Time
| Event | Date and Time |
| Vaikasi Visakam | Monday, June 9, 2025 |
| Visakam Nakshathram Begins | 12:42 PM on Jun 08, 2025 |
| Visakam Nakshathram Ends | 03:31 PM on Jun 09, 2025 |
Vaikasi Visakam is observed when the Visakam star (Nakshatra) aligns with the full moon (Pournami) in the Tamil month of Vaikasi, which corresponds to Vrishabha month in the solar calendar. According to Hindu mythology, Lord Murugan, also known as Skanda, Kartikeya, Shanmugam, or Arumugam, was born on this day to destroy the demon Tarkasura. He is the younger son of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati, and the brother of Lord Ganesha.
Lord Murugan Significance
Lord Murugan is revered as the divine warrior, known for his six faces (Arumugam), which signify his ability to see and protect all six directions—East, West, North, South, Heaven, and Patala (Netherworld). He rides a peacock, symbolizing his triumph over pride and ego, and wields a spear (Vel) as his divine weapon. Devotees believe that praying to Murugan on Vaikasi Visakam grants wisdom, protection, wealth, and spiritual strength.
How is Vaikasi Visakam Celebrated?
On this auspicious day, devotees visit Murugan temples and offer special prayers. The highlight of the celebration is the Milk Abhishekam, where devotees carry pots of milk in a grand procession to the temple and bathe the deity with it as a mark of devotion. Traditional music, dance, and chanting of "Muruganukku Arogara!" fill the air with spiritual energy.
In places like Tiruchendur, Palani, and Thoothukudi, the celebrations are grand, attracting thousands of pilgrims. Many observe fasts, perform pujas, and participate in temple processions with vibrant decorations and cultural performances. Vaikasi Visakam is not just a religious event but also a celebration of Tamil culture, tradition, and spirituality. It strengthens community bonds, encourages acts of charity, and brings people together in collective worship. It is believed that sincere worship on this day can remove negative karma and bring inner peace.
As Vaikasi Visakam 2025 approaches, devotees prepare for a day filled with faith, music, tradition, and spiritual upliftment. Whether celebrated at home or in grand temples, the festival is a reminder of Lord Murugan’s divine power and the timeless values he stands for—courage, purity, and victory of good over evil.
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