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Murugan a Vegetarian God?

Murugan a Vegetarian God?

The debate over Hindu god Murugan’s dietary preferences has reignited tensions at Thiruparankundram, where disputes over animal sacrifice at the Sikandar Badusha Dargah have led to protests from both Hindu and Islamic groups.

Adiyar 2025-02-082025-02-08 History, Research, Scriptures Read more

The Alexander Romance in India

Alexander the Great of Macedonia

Arabs worshipped him as Iskandar Dhu’lquarnein (two horned Alexander) and even Islam adopted Iskandar among her prophets.

Adiyar 2025-01-232025-01-23 Feature Articles, History, Research Read more

Tracing the Roots of the Tamil God

Tracing the Roots of the Tamil God

Lord Murugan flourishes as a major deity at six sacred sites in Tamil-speaking South India.

Adiyar 2021-12-252021-12-25 Cinema, Research, Sanskrit Read more
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  • Worship at Tiruparankundram, First Padaiveedu of Lord Murugan
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  • Murugan a Vegetarian God?
  • The Alexander Romance in India
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