The First Post - Something About "Lord Ganesha"

ॐ गं गणपतये नमः

Lord Ganesha, also known as Ganapati, Vinayaka, or Pillaiyar, is a Hindu deity who is widely revered as the remover of obstacles and the god of new beginnings, wisdom, and intelligence. He is one of the most popular and beloved gods in the Hindu pantheon and is depicted with an elephant head and a rotund human body.

The story of Lord Ganesha is a popular one in Hindu mythology, and there are several versions of it. Here is one common version of the story:

According to Hindu mythology, Lord Ganesha was created by the goddess Parvati, the consort of Lord Shiva. Parvati longed for a child and decided to create one from the dirt and grime of her own body while Lord Shiva was away.

Parvati imbued life into the figure and placed him at the entrance of her abode, instructing him to allow no one to enter while she bathed. Lord Shiva returned home and was surprised to find the strange child blocking his way. When the child refused to let him in, Lord Shiva became enraged and fought with him, ultimately beheading him with his trident.

Parvati returned from her bath and was devastated to find her child dead. She implored Lord Shiva to bring the child back to life. Lord Shiva then instructed his followers to bring him the head of the first living being they could find, which turned out to be that of an elephant. Lord Shiva then attached the elephant head to the body of Parvati's child, bringing him back to life and naming him Ganesha.

Lord Ganesha became a favorite of Lord Shiva and Parvati, and he was granted the power to remove obstacles and bring good fortune. He is often depicted with a broken tusk, which he used to write the epic Mahabharata, and with a rat as his vehicle, which represents his ability to overcome obstacles of all sizes.

Today, Lord Ganesha is widely worshipped in Hinduism as the remover of obstacles and the god of new beginnings, wisdom, and intelligence. His festival, Ganesh Chaturthi, is celebrated with great fervor across India and in many parts of the world.

Here is the text of the Ganapati Aarti, a Hindu devotional hymn that is traditionally sung in praise of Lord Ganesha:

Jai Ganesh, Jai Ganesh, Jai Ganesh Deva Mata Jaki Parvati, Pita Mahadeva

Ek Dant Dayavant, Char Bhuja Dhari Mathe Par Tilak Sohe, Muse Ki Savari

Jai Ganesh, Jai Ganesh, Jai Ganesh Deva Mata Jaki Parvati, Pita Mahadeva

Andhan Ko Aankh Deta, Kundal Ko Kanta Koti Rup Mein Raajat, Khadi Chawalganta

Jai Ganesh, Jai Ganesh, Jai Ganesh Deva Mata Jaki Parvati, Pita Mahadeva

Shree Ganeshji Ki Aarti, Jo Koi Nar Gave Kahat Shivanand Swami, Sukh-Sampati Paave

Jai Ganesh, Jai Ganesh, Jai Ganesh Deva Mata Jaki Parvati, Pita Mahadeva

Translation:

Victory to Lord Ganesha, the god of wisdom and intelligence Whose mother is Goddess Parvati and father is Lord Shiva

He has one tusk and four arms, and wears a tilak on his forehead He rides on a mouse as his vehicle

He gives sight to the blind and jewelry to the snake He is adorned with many forms and stands ready to defend

Whosoever sings this hymn to Lord Ganesha Will be blessed with happiness and prosperity

Victory to Lord Ganesha, the god of wisdom and intelligence Whose mother is Goddess Parvati and father is Lord Shiva.