Festival Today (January 5, 2025): Rituals, Practices, and Remedies on Pausha Skanda Sashti
Skanda Sashti, falling on January 5, 2025, is celebrated in honor of Lord Murugan’s victory over the demon Surapadman. Marked by rituals such as temple visits, fasting, and offering prayers, the festival symbolizes triumph over inner and outer battles, promoting devotion, courage, and spiritual growth. It's also a day for charity and personal reflection.
Skanda Sashti, falling on January 5, 2025, is celebrated in honor of Lord Murugan’s victory over the demon Surapadman. Marked by rituals such as temple visits, fasting, and offering prayers, the festival symbolizes triumph over inner and outer battles, promoting devotion, courage, and spiritual growth. It's also a day for charity and personal reflection.
