The worship of Lord Murugan and his consort, Goddess Valli and Goddess Deivanai is famous among Tamil communities from around the world. There are many legends surrounding the union of Murugan and both Goddesses.

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According to ancient scriptures, the three fundamental forces that form the universe are from Goddess Valli, Goddess Deivanai and Lord Murugan respectively. Goddess Valli represents the Ichcha Sakti (power of the mind), Kriya Sakti (power of the senses) is Goddess Deivanai and Vel embodies the Jnana Sakti (power of intellect).

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Watch the following interview with Dr.Kartheges Ponniah, who provides us more insight on Goddess Deivanai, Goddess Valli and Lord Murugan

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