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Somaskanda

सोमास्कन्द
Also known as: Somāskanda, Shiva with Parvati and Kartikeya

About

The family form of Shiva, seated with Uma (Parvati) and Skanda (Kartikeya) between them. Represents the divine family and the householder aspect. Popular in South Indian bronze iconography.

Attributes

Divine familyHouseholderParental aspect

Symbols

Skanda between parentsSeated together
Consort
Parvati (Uma)
Vahana (Mount)
Nandi

Associated Mantras

Om Somāskandāya namaḥ

Scriptures

Shaiva AgamasPuranas

Regions Worshipped

Tamil NaduSouth India

Iconography

Shiva and Parvati seated, with Skanda (as a child) seated between them or on Parvati's lap. Shiva has four arms, Parvati two arms. Child Skanda shown with his characteristic features.