28 Divine Names of Lord Kartikeya from the Pragya Vivardhana Stotram
- aumastrovisions
- May 25
- 3 min read
Introduction
Lord Kartikeya, also known as Skanda, Murugan, or Subrahmanya, is a prominent deity in Hinduism revered for his valor, wisdom, and leadership. While he is widely worshipped across South India and by Tamil communities worldwide, a lesser-known stotram dedicated to him, the Pragya Vivardhana Stotram, presents 28 sacred names that extol his virtues. The term "Pragya Vivardhana" means "that which enhances wisdom or intelligence." True to its name, this stotram is believed to bless devotees with eloquence, sharp intellect, and spiritual insight. You can also find the complete meaning of Pragya Vivardhana Stotram on this link. Follow here
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These names are not just epithets—they carry deep symbolic and spiritual meanings. Chanting them is said to transform one's speech, align the mind with higher knowledge, and invoke the blessings of Lord Kartikeya to walk the path of dharma with clarity and courage.
Below, we explore each of the 28 names, their meanings, and significance, followed by the mantra in Devanagari script for your personal chanting practice.
1. योगीश्वर (Yogīśvara) – Lord of Yogis. Kartikeya is the master of inner discipline and spiritual practices.
2. महासेन (Mahāsena) – The great army commander. He leads the divine forces against negativity and ignorance.
3. कार्तिकेय (Kārtikeya) – Son of the Krittikas. Raised by six celestial mothers known as the Krittikas.
4. अग्निनन्दन (Agninandana) – Son of Agni. Born from the fire god, symbolizing pure energy and spiritual fire.
5. स्कन्द (Skanda) – The effuser or attacker. Refers to his swift action and divine mission.
6. कुमार (Kumāra) – The eternal youth. A symbol of purity, innocence, and learning.
7. सेनानी (Senānī) – The general of the celestial army, inspiring courage and leadership.
8. स्वामी (Svāmī) – The lord or master. A universal guide for spiritual seekers.
9. शंकरसम्भव (Śaṅkarasambhava) – Born of Lord Shiva. Represents divine will and supreme consciousness.
10. गाङ्गेय (Gāṅgeya) – Son of Ganga. Reflects his celestial and purifying origins.
11. ताम्रचूड़ (Tāmracūḍa) – One with a red crest. A reference to his vibrant, radiant form.
12. ब्रह्मचारी (Brahmacārī) – The celibate student. Master of self-restraint and sacred learning.
13. शिखिध्वज (Śikhidhvaja) – One who has a peacock on his flag. The peacock is his vahana (vehicle), symbolizing beauty and wisdom.
14. तारकारि (Tārakāri) – Slayer of Tarakasura, the demon of ignorance.
15. उमापुत्र (Umāputra) – Son of Uma (Parvati), the divine mother.
16. क्रौञ्चारि (Krauñcāri) – Destroyer of the demon Krauncha.
17. षडानन (Ṣaḍānana) – The six-faced one. Each face represents a different aspect of his divine intelligence.
18. शब्दब्रह्मसमुद्र (Śabdabrahmasamudra) – Ocean of the sound of Brahman. Embodiment of divine vibration and speech.
19. सिद्ध (Siddha) – The accomplished one. Master of yogic and spiritual attainments.
20. सारस्वत (Sārasvata) – Associated with Sarasvati, goddess of knowledge and speech.
21. गुह (Guha) – The hidden one. His inner nature is mysterious, subtle, and esoteric.
22. सनत्कुमार (Sanatkumāra) – The eternal youth. Appears in scriptures as a timeless sage and guide.
23. भगवान (Bhagavān) – The divine one. Complete with all auspicious qualities.
24. भोगमोक्षफलप्रद (Bhogamokṣaphalaprada) – Giver of both worldly enjoyment and liberation.
25. शरजन्मा (Śarajanma) – Born among reeds. A poetic reference to his mystical birth.
26. गणाधिपूर्वज (Gaṇādhipūrvaja) – Elder brother of Ganesha.
27. मुक्तिमार्गकृत (Muktimārgakṛt) – Creator of the path to liberation.
28. सर्वागमप्रणेता (Sarvāgamapraṇetā) – Initiator of all sacred scriptures.
Mantra in Hindi (Devanagari script)
ॐ योगीश्वराय नमः।
ॐ महासेनाय नमः।
ॐ कार्तिकेयाय नमः।
ॐ अग्निनन्दनाय नमः।
ॐ स्कन्दाय नमः।
ॐ कुमाराय नमः।
ॐ सेनानिनये नमः।
ॐ स्वामिने नमः।
ॐ शंकरसम्भवाय नमः।
ॐ गाङ्गेयाय नमः।
ॐ ताम्रचूडाय नमः।
ॐ ब्रह्मचारिणे नमः।
ॐ शिखिध्वजाय नमः।
ॐ तारकारये नमः।
ॐ उमापुत्राय नमः।
ॐ क्रौञ्चारये नमः।
ॐ षडाननाय नमः।
ॐ शब्दब्रह्मसमुद्राय नमः।
ॐ सिद्धाय नमः।
ॐ सारस्वताय नमः।
ॐ गुहाय नमः।
ॐ सनत्कुमाराय नमः।
ॐ भगवान्ताय नमः।
ॐ भोगमोक्षफलप्रदाय नमः।
ॐ शरजन्मने नमः।
ॐ गणाधिपूर्वजाय नमः।
ॐ मुक्तिमार्गकृते नमः।
ॐ सर्वागमप्रणेते नमः।
Conclusion
These 28 names of Lord Kartikeya from the Pragya Vivardhana Stotram encapsulate his multifaceted glory—from valor and discipline to wisdom and liberation. Reciting them with devotion not only strengthens speech and intellect but also aligns the seeker with the divine essence of Kartikeya, the eternal youth and commander of divine truth. May these mantras guide you on the path of knowledge, courage, and inner awakening.
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