Kartikeya - Hindu God of War, Victory, and Wisdom | Divine Iconography #2309641 (License: Personal Use)

This traditional line-art illustration portrays Kartikeya, also known as Murugan or Skanda, the son of Shiva and Parvati, revered across South India and Sri Lanka. He is shown holding the vel (divine spear), symbolizing spiritual knowledge and victory over ignorance, while the peacock represents beauty and pride subdued by devotion, and the serpent signifies control over ego and fear. His halo of radiating flames signifies divine energy and enlightenment.

Used on religious, cultural, or educational websites discussing Hindu deities, temple iconography, or festivals like Thaipusam and Skanda Shashti; targets devotees, students of religion, and seekers of spiritual symbolism.