The young general who leads because no one else can
Warning
He is the army not the council
Resonance
Soldiers the young those facing a fight
Symbols
VelPeacockRooster
Mythology Summary
Kartikeya is the son of Shiva and Parvati, born to command the divine army against the demon Taraka, and he wins the war with a spear. He is youth given authority, and his mount is the peacock and his sign the spear.
Modern Practice
Kartikeya is called on before a contest, an examination or a battle. His practice is preparation and then the straight throw; his offerings are made on Tuesday.