Vaikasi Visakam

Tamil

Also known as: Vaikasi Visakam, Murugan Birthday

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Vaikasi Visakam

About Vaikasi Visakam

Vaikasi Visakam celebrates the birthday of Lord Subrahmanya (Murugan) on the Visakam star in the Tamil month of Vaikasi (May-June).

Devotees observe fasting and perform special pukas at Murugan temples. The festival features traditional music, devotional songs, and grand processions.

In Tamil Nadu, temples are beautifully decorated and special celebrations include carrying kavadi and offering prayers for protection and victory.

Vrat Vidhi & Fasting Rules

Devotees observe fasting and perform special pukas for Lord Subrahmanya's birthday.

Step-by-Step Fasting Procedures:

Wake up early and take a ritual bath.
Observe fasting throughout the day.
Visit Murugan temples and participate in special pukas.
Recite Subrahmanya mantras and devotional songs.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: Why is Vaikasi Visakam celebrated?

Vaikasi Visakam celebrates the birth of Lord Subrahmanya on the Visakam star. The festival honours his role as the protector of devotees and destroyer of evil.

Note: All timings are represented in 24-hour notation in local time of the selected location with DST adjustment (if applicable).

Hours which are past midnight are suffixed with next day date. In Panchang, a day starts and ends with local sunrise.