Lord Muruga was born under the Karthigai Nakshatra (star). Devotees of Lord Muruga consider Krithigai to be propitious.
It is believed that Lord Shiva, father of Lord Muruga, promised all his devotees that the wishes of his devotees would become fruitful if they worship Lord Muruga on the special days of Krithigai.
Worship of Lord Muruga has gained a prominent place, especially among the Tamils, living across the globe.
A devotee is seen after having his tongue pierced during Krithigai at Thiruvaleeshwarar temple in Chennai. (Photo | Ashwin Prasath, EPS)
Devotees get their body pierced and perform rituals at Thiruvaleeshwarar temple in Chennai on the occasssion of Thai Kiruthigai on Wednesday. (Photo | Ashwin Prasath, EPS)
Men with metal hooks attached to their back, pulls coconuts at Thiruvaleeshwarar temple in Chennai on the occasssion of Thai Kiruthigai on Wednesday. (Photo | Ashwin Prasath, EPS)
The entire month of Thai is filled with enormous celebrations. The devotees believe Lord Muruga will protect the lives of his devotees and help them to reach newer horizons of success.
