Skanda Collection

Ganesha, Shiva, and Karttikeya on Their Mounts, 13th century. Creator: Unknown
Ganesha, Shiva, and Karttikeya on Their Mounts, 13th century

Ganesha, Shiva, and Karttikeya on Their Mounts, 10th century. Creator: Unknown
Ganesha, Shiva, and Karttikeya on Their Mounts, 10th century

Shiva's Family on the March (image 1 of 6), c1800. Creator: Unknown
Shiva's Family on the March (image 1 of 6), c1800

Karttikeya, God of War, Holding a Spear, 2nd century. Creator: Unknown
Karttikeya, God of War, Holding a Spear, 2nd century

God Shiva and Goddess Uma Seated with their Son, Skanda (Somaskanda), about 1400
God Shiva and Goddess Uma Seated with their Son, Skanda (Somaskanda), Vijayanagar period, about 1400

Karttikeya, Commander of the Divine Army, Seated on a Peacock, Ganga Period, about 12th century. Gray statue with multiple heads and arms seated on Peacock

Skanda (w / c on paper)
908427 Skanda (w/c on paper) by Indian School, (19th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; Indian, out of copyright

Krishna carried off by the Whirlwind Demon, from a Bhagavata Purana. c
FSG423097 Krishna carried off by the Whirlwind Demon, from a Bhagavata Purana. c.1520-30 (opaque w/c on paper) by Indian School, (16th century); 18.4x23.9 cm; Freer Gallery of Art

Siva and Parvati with their children, Ganesh and Karttikgya on Mount Kailash, c1745. Painting from Punjab Hills. At Victoria and Albert Museum, London

The holy family seated in a cave on Mount Kailasa
The holy family, Siva, Parvati and their children Karttikeya and Ganesh, seated in a cave on Mount Kailasa. In the style of Sathu Mandi, from the V&As collection

Holy family at the Burning Ground, showing Siva, Parvati, and Ghanesh, 19th century
Depiction of the holy family at the Burning Ground. Siva is helped by his elephant-headed son Ghanesh to thread a necklace of heads, while Parvati holds their many-headed son, 19th century

Shiva En Famille
Shiva, a very mixed-up character, is a ruthless destroyer, but also a devoted family man, here with wife Parvati and their children Skanda and Ganesha

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Skanda, also known as Kartikeya or Murugan, is a powerful and revered deity in Hindu mythology. As the god of war and victory, he is often depicted riding a peacock and wielding a spear to defeat evil forces, and is seen as the embodiment of youth, beauty, and wisdom. Devotees seek his blessings for courage, strength, and protection against enemies. Many temples dedicated to him can be found across India and Southeast Asia, where elaborate rituals are performed to honor his divine presence. Legend has it that Skanda was born from the combined energy of Shiva and Parvati in order to vanquish the demon Tarakasura. His six heads symbolize his mastery over the five senses plus the mind, making him an ideal role model for those seeking spiritual enlightenment. Whether you worship Skanda for his martial prowess or seek his guidance in overcoming obstacles in life, one thing is certain - this ancient deity continues to inspire devotion and reverence among millions around the world.