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Devasena is a goddess and one of the two consorts of the god Kartikeya in Hinduism, also known as Murugan in South Indian traditions. She is known as Devayanai, Deivanai or Deivayanai in south-Indian texts. Her name is also spelled as Teyvanai or Tevayanai (). Devasena is often described as the daughter of Vishnu, the protector of the universe. She is betrothed to Kartikeya by Vishnu, when he becomes the commander-in-chief of the gods. In south-Indian accounts, Devasena is generally depicted as an antithesis of Valli, her co-wife; together they complete the god. Devasena is generally depicted with Kartikeya and often is also accompanied by Valli. Devasena does not enjoy independent worship, but is worshipped as Kartikeya's consort in most of his temples. She plays a greater role in the Tirupparankunram Murugan Temple, believed to be the site of her marriage. ==Etymology== The Sanskrit name of the goddess ''Devasena'' means "army of the gods" and thus, her husband is known as ''Devasenapati'' ("Lord of Devasena").〔Clothey p. 214〕 The epithet ''Devasenapati'' is a pun which also conveys his role as commander-in-chief of the gods. She is called ''Deivanai'' or ''Deivayanai'' (Tamil, literally meaning "celestial elephant"),〔 as she was raised by Indra's divine elephant Airavata. 抄文引用元・出典: フリー百科事典『 ウィキペディア（Wikipedia）』 ■ウィキペディアで「Devasena」の詳細全文を読む スポンサード リンク
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