At the beginning of this week, we worship the goddess Skandamata. Skanda translates into Kartikeya, the Divine Son of Lord Shiva and Parvati, and Mata as the Divine Mother! She sits on a full-bloomed lotus with her son Skanda on her lap. Lord Kartikeya is the brother of Lord Ganesha. She's associated with the heart chakra, which represents love, compassion, and understanding. She represents maternal life and fearlessness and blesses her devotees with prosperity and success. Let us bow our heads in reverence and pledge for a peaceful world.