गणेश
Ganesha
"The remover of obstacles and the lord of beginnings. Ganesha clears the path so you can move forward with confidence."
"The remover of obstacles and the lord of beginnings. Ganesha clears the path so you can move forward with confidence."
Sacred Symbols
Every detail of Ganesha's form carries deep meaning. These symbols are visual teachings about how to live.
Elephant Head
Large head with curved trunk and prominent ears
Wisdom, intelligence, and the ability to overcome any obstacle
Large Ears
Oversized ears that fan outward
Listen more, speak less. Absorb wisdom before acting.
Small Eyes
Small, focused eyes showing concentration
Focus on what matters. See the essence, not surface details.
Broken Tusk
One tusk intact, one broken off
Sacrifice for higher purpose. Let go of perfection to complete what matters.
Four Arms
Four arms holding various objects
Ability to manage multiple aspects of life simultaneously
Sacred Stories
The Broken Tusk
Ganesha broke off his own tusk to use as a pen when writing the Mahabharata, dictated by sage Vyasa. The condition was that Vyasa would recite without pause, and Ganesha would write without stopping.
Lesson: Sometimes you must sacrifice a part of yourself (even your perfection) to complete a greater work. The broken tusk reminds us that our flaws can become our most powerful tools.
Bring Ganesha Into Your Life
You don't need a temple or a priest. Here's how to connect with Ganesha in your own space, on your own terms.
Why Connect with Ganesha?
Ganesha is perfect for anyone facing a new beginning, a big decision, or feeling blocked. His energy helps you move forward when you're stuck.
Simple Altar Setup
Essential Items:
- ✓Ganesha image or statue
- ✓Small bowl of water
- ✓Candle or lamp
Optional Items:
- ○Red flowers
- ○Incense
- ○Small offering of sweets
Tip: Near your workspace or entryway—wherever you need to clear obstacles
Daily Practices
Morning Intention
2 minutesSet clear intentions before starting your day. Ask Ganesha to clear the path.
Before Important Tasks
30 secondsTouch your altar and silently chant 'Om Gam'. Feel obstacles dissolving.
Modern Ways to Honor Ganesha
- 🐘Keep a small Ganesha on your desk at work
- 🐘Say 'Om Gam' silently before important meetings
- 🐘Offer him the first bite of any meal (mentally or physically)
Ganesha in Your Pocket
The myPuja app makes it easy to honor Ganesha every day. No internet required, no subscriptions—just you and the divine.
Features for Ganesha
Ganesha Altar Theme
Digital altar with Ganesha imagery, red/orange colors, and elephant symbols
Morning Obstacle-Clearing Ritual
Guided 2-minute practice with mantra and visualization
Personalized Themes
Altar Themes:
Daily Intentions:
"I clear the obstacles in my path"
"I begin with confidence"
"Wisdom guides my decisions"
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