‘Skandamata’ literally means ‘mother of Skanda’ or Karthikeya, God of War. Lord Karthikeya was chosen to be the commander-in-chief of the army of devas or gods that was waging war on the Asuras or demons.
Double blessing of Devi and son
When you pray to Skandamata, you are doubly blessed. This is because you are also bowing before Lord Karthikeya, (in infant form), who is seated on her lap.
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