Karuppasamy (करुप्पासामी)

Within Hindu religious traditions, Karuppasamy (करुप्पासामी) is a powerful guardian deity in Tamil folk traditions, often connected with village protection and oath-taking. The figure is particularly meaningful in discussions of guardianship, justice, boundaries, courage and community protection. Traditional art and temple imagery often use sword, horse, moustached guardian form and boundary-shrine imagery to help devotees identify the deity or form. Common alternate names include Karuppu Sami. Because Hindu practice is diverse, no single regional custom should be described as universal. An authoritative Madhuma page can combine an accessible introduction with carefully labelled mythology, traditional beliefs, iconographic details, major worship centres and present-day observances, while avoiding exaggerated miracle claims or unsupported astrological promises.