Widely revered as the remover of obstacles, the patron of arts and sciences and the ‘Deva’ of intellectand wisdom, Lord Ganesha (also known as Ganapati and Vinayaka) is one of the best-known and most worshipped deities in the Hindu religion. As the God of beginnings, he is honored at the start of rituals and ceremonies. He is the son of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati and the brother of Lord Kartikeya, Goddess Lakshmi and Saraswati. Being the embodiment of three virtues namely Buddhi, Siddhi and Riddhi known as wisdom, spirituality and prosperity respectively, Lord Ganesha is the personification of Buddhi Himself. The other two virtues are personified as Goddesses and considered to be the consorts of Lord Ganesha. Though there are different opinions on His marital status, both Puranas – Mudgala and Shiva Purana which are considered as authority, talk about the marital life of Lord Ganesha. As per Shiva Purana, Lord Ganesha had two sons who were named as Shubh and Labh. Shubh and Labh are personification of auspiciousness and profit respectively. Shubh was the son of Goddess Riddhi and Labh was the son of Goddess Siddhi. Representations of Ganesha show wide variations and distinct patterns changing over time. He may be portrayed standing, dancing, heroically taking action against demons, playing with his family as a boy, sitting down or on an elevated seat, or engaging in a range of contemporary situations. Characterized by his mystical appearance – the trunk of an Elephant, a Human body and a rotund belly, He is usually depicted with four hands and carries a pasha (noose) and a goad (axe) in the upper hands. One of the lower hands of Lord Ganesha is shown in Abhay Mudra while in the other lower hand He holds a bowl full of Modaks. The motif of Ganesha turning his trunk sharply to his left to taste a sweet in his lower-left hand is a particularly archaic feature.The mount or ‘Vahana’ of Lord Ganesha is a mouse. Devotees of Lord Ganesha believe that if He is propitiated, He grants success, prosperity and protection against adversity. Therefore, He is worshipped on almost every religious and secular occasion and is especially invoked at the beginning of prayers, important undertakings, and before any new venture. an image of Ganesha. also known as Magha shukla chaturthi. by people at their places of work and in public. in symbolic conical form is made out of turmeric or sindhoor powder or some times of cowdung and worshipped. It is later immersed in water on the fourth day after the festival. Ganesh Chaturthi or Vināyaka chaturthī and Ganesh Jayanti (Ganesha’s birthday) are celebrated in the month of August or September and January or February respectively in honour of the elephant-headed God. The public celebration involves installing clay images of Ganesha in public pandals (temporary shrines) and group worship. starting on Ganesh Chaturthi and ending on the fourteenth day of the fortnight (Anant Chaturdashi) which typically falls in late August or early September. an appropriately-sized clay image is installed and worshipped by offering puja and prasad (typically Modaks and laddus) with family and friends. At home. It is a popular festival particularly in the Indian state of Maharashtra and is also celebrated in Goa held during the Shukla Paksha chaturthi day (fourth day of the bright fortnight or the waxing moon) in the month of Maagha (January/February) of every year. Celebrations are traditionally held on the fourth day of the first fortnight (Shukla Chaturthi) in the month of Bhaadrapada in the Hindu calendar. On the festival day. the lord of wisdom. At the end of the festival. is the occasion which celebrates the birth day of Ganesha. A special preparation made of til (sesame seeds) is offered to Ganesha and then distributed to the devotees as prasad for eating.Alongside the daily worshipping. Ganesh Jayanti : Ganesh Jayanti. the idols are immersed (and dissolve) in a body of water such as a lake or pond. especially in Maharashtra and Telengana includes worshipping by families at home. Ganesh Chaturthi : An annual festival honours Ganesha for ten days. A fast is observed before worship during the day time (which is . The grand festival celebrated throughout India. Sarvada -always. Each and every mantra is full of energy and the power of Lord Ganesha. Nirvgnam – obstacle free. this is the Ganesh mantra for wealth. . Karyeshu -work. Kurume – give me. we can see that Ganesha is the power of knowledge. if we see that in a more divine sense it means most powerful. ‘sama. several Mantras are chanted in his name. Vakratunda – means curved trunk.” Benefit : Chanting of this mantra invokes Lord Ganesha to remove every obstacle between one and one’s well-being and helps to achieve wealth. good luck. when recited with genuine devotion. give positive results. Thus. Suryakoti samprabha – means whose aura is like light of crores of sun put together. forever. Goddess Riddhi (Hindu Goddess of Prosperity) and Goddess Siddhi (Hindu Goddess of spiritual enlightenment). These Ganesh Mantras are also known as Siddhi Mantra (the one with perfection). To invoke this divine being. and is dedicated to Lord Ganesha. Please make my entire work obstacle free. Suryakoti – means ‘Surya’ or sun and koti means crore. “Vakratunda Maha-Kaaya Surya-Kotti Samaprabha Nirvighnam Kuru Me Deva Sarva-Kaaryeshu Sarvadaa ||” Meaning : Vakra – means one that is not straight. success and fulfillment.like’. Collection of Ganesh Mantra Vakratunda Ganesh Mantra One of the most important and also one of the most common Ganpati Mantras. large body whose aura is like light of crores of sun. prosperity and success in all the endeavors. Sarva – means all. stated to enhance the name and fame of the worshipping individual) followed by feasting in the night as a part of the rituals. They ward off all trials and troubles gracing the devotee with every bit of the success he desires. Full meaning : “Oh god with curved trunk. Mahakaya – means large body. grandeur’ . It is believed that His mantras. Deva – means God. wisdom. Samprabha – means ‘prabha – aura. Full meaning : “We pray to the one with the single-tusked elephant tooth who is omnipresent. “Om Ganadhyakhsaya Namah” Meaning : Ganadhyaksay – Gana means ‘a group’ and ‘Adhyaksh’ means ‘one who is leader of the group’. Vakratundaya – Curved trunk. We meditate upon and pray for greater intellect to the Lord with the curved.Ganesh Gayatri Mantra In a fight with Guru Parashuram. Tanno Danti – We bow before the one with the single tusked elephant tooth. Tanno Danti Prachodayat॥” Meaning : Ekadantaya – The one with the single tusked elephant tooth. Basic Ganpati Mantra “Om Gam Ganpataye Namah” Meaning : It means bowing down to the Almighty Ganpati with all our existence and accepting all his great qualities in our self being. he threw an axe at Lord Gajanan which was a gift to him by his father. Viddhamahe – who is omnipresent. elephant-shaped trunk. Ganesha thus lost one his tusk. i. So to honor this gift. We bow before the one with the single-tusked elephant tooth to illuminate our minds with wisdom. Benefit : This Mantra encourages modesty. Namavali Mantras Lord Ganesha is known by his many names. Benefit : It wards off all the negativities from one’s life before beginning any work. but gained humility and modesty. Prachodayat – Illuminate our minds with wisdom. Vakratundaya Dhimahi. All his names signify the meaning or qualities associated with him. righteousness and high end wisdom in those who chant it. Dhimahi – We meditate upon and pray for greater intellect. Ganesha chose to bear the axe’s blow instead of destroying it.” Ekadanta referring to one tusk in the elephant face means that God broke the duality and made us to have a complete one-pointed mind. Chanting of this mantra ensures success in all the new ventures that one wishes to undertake. “Aum Ekadantaya Viddhamahe. . In Sanskrit. Benefit : This Mantra allows one to look past one’s shortcomings. . iii. Lord Ganesha lost his head. round belly. ”Om Vignanaashnay Namah” Meaning : Ganpati is also worshiped to remove obstacles from one’s life. even we should put aside our ego and live our lives dutifully. and this made him look beautiful and calm. This Mantra says that if God can carry the elephant’s head to survive and fulfill his duties. vi. “Om Sumukhaya Namah” Meaning : Sumukh means ‘One with a pleasing face’. v. One can even chant this Mantra to improve or build upon one’s personal leadership characteristics. Ganesh was unable to listen to everything from all sources. Benefit : This Mantra motivates such humble living and chanting of it helps one attain his/her inner peace and consciousness. it can be made easier by chanting this mantra. However. With the elephant’s head and elephant ears. Here vigna means obstacles and nashnay means One who removes obstacles. just like Lord Ganpati. and has a big. and replaced it with that of an elephant’s. Benefit : Chanting this mantra allows an individual to love and be one with the whole universe. iv. Benefit : If one is facing problems with his social life. “Om Gajkarnikaya Namah” Meaning : Gaj means Elephant and Karnikay means ears. his good spirit and pure soul shone through even on his elephant face.Benefit : One can use this Mantra to ensure the well being of a particular state or a city. identify and improve upon one’s inner beauty. ii. gaj means elephant. at work or with interpersonal relationships. ‘Lambodar’ thus refers to him as a God who has a big belly. “Om Gajananaya Namah” Meaning : Gajanan here means One who carries the elephant head. “Om Lambodaraya Namah” Meaning : Ganesha is known to love his food. In one’s office and in his work. More Ganpati Stotra The Rinn Harta Mantra “Om Ganesh Rinnam Chhindhi Varenyam Hoong Namaah Phutt” Meaning : ‘Rinn Harta’ is another name for Lord Ganesha and the English meaning of which is ‘The giver of wealth’. he should not lose sight of it. In Hindi. Benefit : The world is full of difficult situations. ”Om Vinayakaya Namah” Meaning : ‘Vinayaka’ is the name of Ganesha in the golden age. and hear and accept only that which is good. one’s life will have a golden age. he’ll be the boss.Benefit : This Mantra allows us to be just like him. vii. . “Om Vikataya Namah” Meaning : Here ‘Vikat’ means ‘difficult’. the meaning of Rinn harta or Rhinaharta is derived from the words ‘Rinn’ or ‘Rinnam’ meaning ‘debt’ and ‘harta’ meaning ‘remover’. and often one may find himself disheartened and unable to focus. This Ganpati Mantra will keep his eyes on this long-term goal and motivate him towards salvation. This Mantra reminds him that his ultimate goal is salvation. Vinayaka means ‘something under control’ and also means ‘the Lord of resolving problems’. Benefit : So by realizing this mantra. and no matter what happens. Chanting the mantra shields us from external negativity and helps us overcome the stress caused by it. viii. It is a powerful mantra for good health and good luck. Ganesh Mool Mantra The Ganesha Mool Mantra is also known as the Ganesha Beeja mantra or the Bija mantra. In Hindi.” Benefit : This Sanskrit Ganesha mantra is recited 108 times in the proper way to achieve peace. Benefit : The Shaktivinayak Ganesh mantra is incanted for financial success and prosperity. You are the remover of all obstacles and you have enchanted every being in the Universe. “Om Namo Siddhi Vinayakaya Sarva kaarya kartrey Sarva vighna prashamnay Sarvarjaya Vashyakarnaya Sarvajan Sarvastree Purush Aakarshanaya Shreeng Om Swaha. ‘Beej’ means seed – the source of everything in the universe. This powerful mantra combines several of the Ganpathi beeja mantras. material fulfillment and strong social influence. “Om Shreem Hreem Kleem Glaum Gam Ganapataye Vara Varad Sarvajan janmay Vashamanaye Swaha Tatpurushaye Vidmahe Vakratundaye Dhimahi Tanno Danti Prachodyat Om Shantih Shantih Shantihi” Meaning : The Ganesh Mool mantra is the most succinct and powerful Lord Ganesha mantra of all. This mantra is typically recommended to be repeated 108 times in the proper way.Benefit : The Rinn harta mantra or the Rhinaharta mantra is the Lord Ganesha mantra for wealth and prosperity in life as Lord Ganesha is requested to keep debts and poverty away and bring abundance in life. The Ganesha .” Meaning : The word ‘Siddhi Vinayak’ in Hindi means ‘the God of Achievement and Enlightenment’. you are the Lord of all women and all men. Shakti means power and Vinayak means ‘the Supreme master’. means – “O Lord of Wisdom and Happiness. This mantra celebrates the unique and divine form of God Ganpati (Ganesha) and his powers. Siddhi Vinayak Mantra The Siddhi Vinayak mantra is also one of the most important Ganesh mantras. The Mantra in English. amen. The Shaktivinayak Mantra “Om Hreeng Greeng Hreeng” Meaning : In Hindi. especially the beeja or the seed sonic vibration associated with Lord Ganpati –‘Gam’. prosperity and Siddhi (Achievement) of spiritual enlightenment. therefore. only you make every endeavor and everything possible. One should. energy and the presence of Lord Ganpati in one’s life. success and removes all obstacles from one’s life if incanted in the proper way. Ganpati shall not only reward his efforts but accelerate his progress and help him become a better person in life. dedicate his Inner Self to Lord Ganesha and chant these mantras for happiness and enlightenment as well as good health.Mool (root) Mantra. It brings peace. to get best results and invoke Lord Ganesha to bring success. It is widely chanted during Pujas and Yagyas to please Lord Ganesha. wealth. it is written that Ganesha can be impressed when a person devotes himself fully to Lord Ganesha and submits to a generous. we can see that when we are wondering how to make Lord Ganesha happy. Hence. beginning with the incantation of ‘Om’ evokes positivity. thus. This leads to better blood circulation and therefore improved metabolic rate in the body. good luck. the Ganesh Mantras will take us one step closer to our aim in life and always shower Lord Ganesha’s blessings upon us. One should always begin any kind of Puja offering by chanting the Ganesh Mantra first and follow this routine with dedication. It is known to activate the mind and the various chakras of the body. Lord Ganesha is the epitome of focus and clarity in the midst of a gray world which is full of duality and confusion. purity. Benefit : The Ganesh Mool Mantra is believed to create a powerful aura around one’s body because of the cosmic energy in the sound vibrations of the Sanskrit words. They are as follows : One should freshen up completely before beginning the prayer service. good luck. one should keep certain things in mind before he begins the incantation of the Ganesh mantras. The chanting or the ‘Jaapa’ of Lord Ganesh mantras is considered very auspicious. peace and to dispel fear and set twisted paths and minds straight. Correct way to recite Ganesh Mantras: So. abundant wealth and good luck and witness his life transform before his very own eyes. Benefits of Chanting Ganesh Mantra . In the Hindu scriptures. One should Devote oneself completely to Lord Ganesha and open himself to the positivity of the Universe. This mantra is uniquely musical and lifts the mind to a state of trance. noble life. wealth. Chanting Ganesh Mantra removes each and every enemy of the devotee’s life and he/she gets focus and clarity. focus. Chanting of Ganesh Mantra is considered very auspicious and divine. intelligence. good luck and all material successes. With Goddess Saraswati. In Hinduism Lord Ganesha is worshiped at the beginning of every auspicious occasion. 4. and spirituality. Chanting of his mantras also removes fears and phobia. Ganesha grants scholarship. happiness. riches. abundance. 5. . Goddess Lakshmi is Ganesha’s step mother. knowledge. 2. educational success. mind powers. Chanting Ganesh Mantra not only gives rewards for one’s efforts but accelerates one’s progress and helps to become a better person in life. with her he grants prosperity.1. 3. sharp mind. money.