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Different regional names of Ganesh Chaturthi. Ganesh Jayanti, Vinayaka Chaturthi, Pillayar Chaturthi, Parab or Chavath, Lamboodhara Piranalu, Sankashti Chaturthi, Magha shukla chaturthi, Tilkund chaturthi, Varad chaturthi, Lord Ganesha’s birthday,
Shri Ganapatiatharvashirsha in Malayalam: ॥ ശ്രീ ഗണപത്യഥർവശീർഷ ॥ ശ്രീ = Goddess Lakshmi(literal), respectable title, glory, fame, wealth; ഗണപതി = gananam patih or lord of groups (of devas) or Ganesha; അഥർവ = Atharva Veda; ശീർഷ = head, heading, title. ഭാവാർഥ Hymn in praise of Ganesha from the Atharva Veda. ॥ ശാന്തി പാഠ ॥ ഓം ഭദ്രം കർണേഭിഃ […]
Ganapathy is the leader of the Ganas, ie. the leader of groups, tribes, race, army, escorts, and hence Lord Siva’s first son is described as the supreme leader (Vinayaka). He is also known as Vigneswara – Lord of all obstacles. These names clearly show that He is a master of all Circumstances. Ganapathy is represented […]
Ganesh Nimajjan Ceremony: Ganesha Visarjan can be performed on the same day of Ganesha Chaturthi festival, at the end of Ganesha Puja. Most Puja Vidhis of Hindu deities usually include either Visarjan or Utthapana after performing the Puja rituals. However, Ganesha Visarjan on the same day of Ganesha Chaturthi is a less popular ceremony. One […]
Ganesh Chaturthi is a very significant festival, which is celebrated as the birth anniversary of Lord Ganesh. On this day, devotees worship Lord Ganesh as the god of wisdom, prosperity and good fortune. As per Hindu scriptures, Lord Ganesh was born during Shukla Paksha of Bhadrapada month. Currently Ganesh Chaturthi day occurs in the month […]
Lord Ganesha Vahana History: It is well-known that the vehicle of Lord Ganesha is a small mouse. The images of Ganesha, seen in the ancient scriptures were without his vehicle. Ganesh Purana mentions about different incarnations of Lord Ganesha of which Mohotkata has a lion as his vehicle, Dhumraketu has a horse, Gajanana has the […]
Lord Ganesha is renowned by his unique image having a big elephant head, pot belly, broken tusk, and a small mouse as vehicle. Ganesh is known as Vignaharta which means destroyer of all obstacles. His long ears signify that he hears every words of his devotees. The elephant head symbolizes wisdom. People in India worship […]
Mythology Behind Ganesh Chaturthi: Ganesh Chaturthi is one of the most popular festivals in India. It is a 10 day-long celebration and during this period all offices, schools, colleges and commercial establishments remain closed on the first and last day. Hindu devotees celebrate this festival by worshipping Lord Ganesha’s idol at home. Pujas and regular […]
Lord Ganesh, who is regarded as the Lord of Lords in Hindu mythology, is associated with prosperity, fortune and wisdom. Ganesh Chaturthi, also called Vinayaka Chaturthi, is one of the most celebrated festivals in India, which makes the nation vibrate with the chant of “Ganpati Bappa Morya”. There are so many Ganesha temples which are […]
Hindus worship Lord Ganesha in almost all religious and secular functions. Ganesh Pujan is considered as an unavoidable ritual at the beginning of any new ventures like starting a new business, buying a vehicle, entering a new home, marriage ceremony and even before appearing examinations. It is unlikely to see any Hindu homes without a […]
Lord Ganesh, also known as Vinayaka and Ganpati is one of most revered and worshipped deities among the entire Hindu gods. Images and idols of Lord Ganesh can be seen everywhere in different parts of India, Nepal and Sri Lanka. All sects of Hinduism worship Him Irrespective of religious attachments, and he is seen admired […]
