Masa Skanda Shashti

Masa Skanda Shashti (or Shukla Shashti) falls on the sixth day of the waxing fortnight each month. It is dedicated to Lord Skanda (Murugan/Kartikeya/Subramanya), the commander of the divine army. Devotees observe a fast and offer prayers seeking bravery, protection, and the grace of Lord Skanda. The annual Skanda Shashti after Diwali is the most famous, but the monthly observance is equally meritorious.