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Lord Ganesh and Murugan Kavadi Wooden Panels:https://www.jayarts.com/collections/wood-panels
Bring home home these intricately carved wooden kavadis, they are not only a beautiful devotional artifact but also a lasting testament to craftsmanship, tradition, and artistic excellence.
The Divine Brothers - Ganesh and Murugan
Lord Ganesh or Ganapti, and Lord Murugan also known as Kartikeya, Skanda, or Subramanya, are revered as divine brothers in Hindu tradition, particularly in the Shaivite and Tamil spiritual traditions. Their relationship reflects deep symbolism, contrasting temperaments, and complementary spiritual paths.
Divine origin
Both Ganesh and Murugan are sons of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati, born through different divine circumstances:
- Ganesh is believed to have been created by Parvati from the turmeric paste, and later given life, symbolizing maternal devotion and creation.
- Murugan emerged from the divine sparks of Shiva’s third eye, a radiant embodiment of unwavering resolve, celestial wisdom, and the fearless spirit of a warrior.
The famous story of the fruit of knowledge
A popular tale from South Indian lore describes a divine contest between the two brothers. Their parents offer a divine fruit of wisdom, saying it would go to the one who circles the world first.
- Murugan sets off on his peacock to circle the Earth.
- Ganesh simply walks around his parents, declaring they are his world—a gesture that shows his philosophical depth and understanding of divine truth.
This tale not only shows their different paths—action versus insight, but also reflects the love and subtle rivalry between the brothers.
Ganesh and Murugan represent the two sides of the spiritual seeker; one who needs wisdom to begin the journey and another who conquers the inner enemies with courage. Though different in temperament and iconography, they share a deep divine bond, rooted in their cosmic purpose and familial love.