Goddess Saraswati is the embodiment of all wisdom. She is the consort of Lord Brahma and is praised as the goddess of learning. All activities related to arts, music, learning, beginning of education and others are started after praying for her blessings. Saraswati holds a Veena (Indian stringed music instrument) and a book in her

Lord Ganesh is the first deity worshipped before starting anything. Created by Mother Parvati and given second life by Lord Shiva, the beloved son of the Parents of the universe is the darling of all gods. Ganesh is considered the most merciful one who gives all boons to His devotees upon simple request. Here are

Goddess Lakshmi is the repository of all wealth in the universe. She gives prosperity to all beings and takes care of all their needs. She is the consort of Lord Vishnu, the protector of the Universe. Lakshmi is deemed the most benevolent goddess who listens to the prayers of her devotees with the greatest sympathy

Goddess Durga is one of the most famous deities in Tamilnadu. When it comes to worshipping feminine forms, we might say Durga would outperform other forms of Tamilnadu. Almost in every village of Tamilnadu, we find Durga installed in one of the peripheral shrines built inside temple complexes. Especially Durga puja is done in temples

Lord Shiva is considered the supreme Lord in Hinduism. He is the most merciful one who listens to the prayers of his devotees and grants their wishes. Lord Shiva is venerated in several ways and is worshiped in a plethora of temples spread across the nation. Tamil literary works and the songs of Tamil Nayanamars

Rama is one of the most interesting incarnations of Lord Vishnu. The epic Ramayana or the movement of Rama is woven around the mission of this incarnation. Rama’s life is considered the perfect model for humans. The Ramayana written by Kambar is one of the most exalted literary works in Tamilnadu. Here is a list

Lord Vishnu is the blue god and ‘the protector’ among the Hindu trinity. He reclines in the five-hooded serpent in the milky ocean and takes care of protecting the created universe. Ever immersed in a blissful state of transcendence, he is the most merciful one who incarnates on the earth time and again to save

Krishna is the most enchanting incarnation of Lord Vishnu. The childhood pranks Krishna played on the banks of Yamuna River, and the Bhagavad Gita, are some of the time conquered memories that the world cherishes forever. Here are some Tamil names of Krishna with their English translation. Tamil Name Meaning ஆலிலை கிருஷ்ணா One who reclines