Thai Krithigai - What Does the History Say?
by Astro Ved Online Astrology ConsultationKrithigai
is a star or constellation which is closely related to the birth of Muruga.
When the star falls in the Tamil month of Thai, it is known as Thai Karthigai.
It is believed that Lord Muruga was first born as six children, and Karthigai
women take care of those children. When Lord Shiva got to know about it, he
blessed the women to become a star and remain there forever.
Karthigai
happens once every month; however, Karthigai, which falls in July- Aug, and
Jan- Feb, are given more significance. This is because these are considered the
beginning of Uttarayana, which means the Sun’s movement toward the Northern
hemisphere from the Southern hemisphere, considered auspicious in Hinduism.
They also say that if someone dies during the Uttarayan, he surely attains salvation.
That
is why when people worship Lord Muruga during Thai Karthigai, it blesses the
devotees with the immense blessings of Lord Muruga. Muruga’s blessings make an
individual courageous, confident in his approach and enhance his
decision-making ability, which provides him prosperity in life. Lord Muruga is
also known as Skanda, and Skanda Shasti is also dedicated to Muruga.
History
of Thai Krithigai
Lord
Muruga was created to eliminate the chaos happening in heaven. When no power
was able to stop the demonic happenings and the demons, all Devas approached
Shiva, who was in a deep meditative state. It is said that Lord Muruga was
created from the third eye of Shiva when it threw six sparks.
These
sparks were then carried by Agni and Vayu (element of fire and air). They then
put these sparks into the lap of River Ganga, which combined the spark with the
water element. Mother Ganga took these sparks to Lake Saravana, where the
sparks lay on a lotus flower blossoming in the mud completing the fifth element
Earth.
These
six sparks then turned into six baby boys lying on the lotus. When these babies
were found by Goddess Parvati, she turned them into one, and that is how Lord
Muruga was born. That is why Muruga is represented by six heads; he is also the
most handsome God in heaven.
When
Lord Muruga was born, Karthigai Nakshatra was in the run. When Shiva got to
know about his Son, he blessed all the Karthigai women to remain for eternity
as a star. Shiva also told his devotees that whoever will worship Muruga on
significant dates of Karthigai will achieve the fruit of his efforts and lead a
harmonious life. Shiva told the devotees that worshipping Muruga will fulfill
all their wishes.
Since
then, Karthigai is celebrated as a significant festival, especially among the
Tamilians. The worship of Lord Muruga dates back to the pre-Vedic era, where he
was worshipped by even Gods and various sages.
How
is Thai Krithigai celebrated?
In
Tamil, people have enormous faith and devotion toward Lord Muruga; they say
“Thai Piranthal Vazi Pirakkum,” which translates to “Thai month is the harbinger
of prosperity.” Worshipping of Lord Muruga during the Thai month is considered
to bring happiness, health, and wealth to a household. Performing Pujas and
meditating on the name of Muruga removes all obstacles from a devotee’s life.
People visit the Muruga’s temples and pray to God for the fruitification of
their efforts.
Many
devotees observe fast on the day, and they consume only fast-friendly food such
as fruits and milk. Some devotees don’t take even a grain in their system and
only consume food after breaking the fast. People also do padayatra or walk on
their feet to the temples without any convenience. They perform special Yagyas
and Pujas to seek Muruga’s grace in their life. People chant Muruga’s hymns,
they listen to the devotional songs of Muruga, and blend their soul with the
devotional environment of Thai Karthigai.
Significance
·
As
Thai Karthigai is dedicated to Lord Muruga, observing fast, doing Pujas, or
meditating on Muruga’s name is the way to sanctify life while living in this
materialistic world.
·
Lord
Muruga removes all the obstacles from one’s life and lets an individual savor
the taste of success.
·
Muruga
guards their devotees and protects them in every stage of life.
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