Murugan Facts
Who is Murugan’s mother?
Parvati
Who was Avvaiyar?
A famous Tamil poet and saint
What fruit did Murugan show Avvaiyar?
A magical fruit
Who is Murugan’s brother?
Ganesha
Murugan’s peacock is what color?
Colorful, mostly blue/green
What is Murugan’s weapon?
Vel (spear)
Why did Avvaiyar go on a journey?
To meet Murugan
What happens if you eat this fruit?
You get great wisdom
What animal is Murugan’s vehicle?
Peacock
What does Murugan carry in his hand?
A spear or Vel
Murugan is also called…?
Kartikeya or Subramanya
What did Avvaiyar ask Murugan for?
Wisdom or knowledge
Who ate the fruit first in the story?
Murugan
Name one god or goddess who helps Murugan.
Parvati or Shiva
Avvaiyar was very…?
Wise and kind
Which animal is Murugan’s vehicle?
Peacock
Murugan challenged Avvaiyar with…?
A riddle
Why didn’t Murugan give the fruit to Avvaiyar at first?
To teach her a lesson
Who guides Avvaiyar to meet Murugan?
Murugan himself
Who is Murugan’s brother?
Ganesha
Murugan is the god of…?
War and wisdom
How did Murugan give Avvaiyar wisdom?
By teaching her through a game or riddle
What lesson did Avvaiyar learn from the fruit?
True wisdom comes with patience and humility
Name one devotee or helper of Murugan in stories.
avaiyar
Name one quality that Murugan teaches us.
Wisdom, courage, or patience