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In southern India, Karttikeya is known by the name of Subramanya, “dear to the Brahmanas,” the members of the priestly caste. Every village, even the smallest, has a temple or shrine to Subramanya. | In southern India, Karttikeya is known by the name of '''Subramanya''', “dear to the Brahmanas,” the members of the priestly caste. Every village, even the smallest, has a temple or shrine to Subramanya. | ||
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Skanda-Karttikeya, as he is sometimes called, is also acclaimed as the god of wisdom and learning. He is said to bestow spiritual powers upon his devotees, especially the power of knowledge. In the Hindu mystic tradition, Karttikeya is known as Guha, which means “cave” or Secret One, because he lives in the cave of your heart. Hindu scriptures also depict Sanat Kumara is the “foremost of sages” and a knower of Brahman. | Skanda-Karttikeya, as he is sometimes called, is also acclaimed as the god of wisdom and learning. He is said to bestow spiritual powers upon his devotees, especially the power of knowledge. In the Hindu mystic tradition, Karttikeya is known as '''Guha''', which means “cave” or Secret One, because he lives in the cave of your heart. Hindu scriptures also depict Sanat Kumara is the “foremost of sages” and a knower of Brahman. | ||
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