Why is the peacock associated with Lord Kartikeya
Lord Kartikeya, son of Shiva and Parvati, is the Hindu God of war. His divine vehicle is the peacock, symbolizing victory over evil. Ancient myths tell of Kartikeya's defeat of the demon Surapadman, with the demon transforming into a peacock. Another legend describes the peacock aiding Kartikeya in battle. The peacock embodies speed and fearlessness, ideal for the warrior god.
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