MURUGAN IDOL

Murugan Idol in Brass for Home and Temple

Vel in hand and peacock at his side, Lord Murugan is the young warrior god that so many families pray to for courage and a clear mind. He is also called Kartikeya, Subramanya and Skanda. This page has 22 brass pieces, from a small set of three for a shelf mandir to tall murtis for a temple, so you can pick the murugan idol that fits your home.

Murugan alone, or with Valli and Devasena

• Murugan alone: thirteen standing murtis from 6 to 23.5 inch, like the 11 inch brass Murugan idol with peacock. Two are super fine casts (18.5 and 20 inch) and one has an antique finish.
• With Valli and Devasena: eight sets with his two consorts, from the 4.1 inch small set and the 11 inch set up to 23.5 inch, one of them in antique finish. Many come as three separate murtis, so you can space them out on the altar.
• For the wall: a 13.5 inch Murugan wall hanging for the pooja room door or the main entrance.

Which size suits your mandir

A small shelf mandir takes the 4.1 to 6 inch pieces. A pooja room with a proper platform suits 9 to 14 inch. Temples, halls and large mandirs need the 18.5 to 23.5 inch murtis, which are heavy, so plan a strong base. The idol size guide shows how to measure.

How these murtis are finished and kept

Once a murti comes out of the cast, the karigar works over it with a chisel, so the vel, the crown and each peacock feather come out sharp. Most pieces are bright golden brass, and two are antique. Dust them every week with a soft dry cloth. Before Skanda Shashti or Thaipusam, wipe the golden ones with lemon water and dry them well. The brass cleaning guide has the full steps.

Looking for other gods of the South? See South Indian deities and Tirupati Balaji idols. For his brother, visit the Ganesh idols.

Questions about Murugan idols

Who are Valli and Devasena?

They are Lord Murugan's two consorts. Devasena, also called Deivanai, is believed to be the daughter of Indra; Valli grew up among the hill people. Many families keep all three together.

Where should I keep a Murugan statue at home?

In the pooja room, on a clean raised shelf, facing the room. Many families keep him next to Ganesh ji.

Which day is good to bring Murugan home?

Tuesdays and Shashti days are special for Murugan devotees, and Skanda Shashti and Thaipusam are the big festivals.

Is a brass murugan idol a good gift?

Yes, for a griha pravesh, a new job or a child starting school. A 6 to 11 inch piece suits most homes.

Vetrivel Muruganukku Arohara.