Brass Murugan Kartikeya Vel (Divine Spear)

Brass Murugan Kartikeya Vel with Tamil Om is revered since ancient times. A tripindi design has been created on the head of the vel. The Vel (spear) is a symbol of wisdom, courage, material and spiritual progress, triumph of good over evil and vitality. The brass Murugan Kartikeya vel with Tamil Om is sharp at the top and plunging towards the end. It is crafted by Kumbakonam artisans in Tamil Nadu. It enjoys prominence in local culture as Lord Muruga's vel was instrumental in his victory over the demon Soorapadma. 

Lord Muruga or Murugan is the son of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. ‘Murugu’ means beauty. He is also known as Kartikeya, Skanda, Guha and Subramanya. He is the God of War and the patron deity of the Tamil land. He is also known as Velavan, Velan or Velayudhan, the one who holds the Vel and Kathirvelan, the one who has a bright sparkling Vel. Devotees consider Vel as Lord Muruga himself. Therefore, Vel is installed for daily worship in many temples. 

Lord Murugan’s bow shows His ability to defeat the devils. His mace represents His strength, and His discus symbolizes truth. The vahana of Lord Murugan is peacock, which represents the destruction of ego. He is represented as Shanmukha with six heads which signifies the six Siddhis.