Different forms of Ganapati
Ganapathy is present in all the 4 yugas (eons). In each yuga, different aspects of His energy manifest.
Ganapathy is present in all the 4 yugas (eons). In each yuga, different aspects of His energy manifest.
‘Vinayaka Chaturthi’ – this word fills us with joy and we forget all our sorrows.
Significance contained in Ganapati’s birthday: Ganesh Chaturthi is the birthday of Lord Ganapati and is celebrated every year on the 4th day of the waxing fortnight, during the month of the Bhadrapada (the 6th month as per the Indian calendar).
Symbolism behind his form: His elephant head symbolizes limitless strength. It emphasizes that He is one who cannot be defeated.
Ganapati or Vinayaka is one who is over and above the sound (śabda), form and three attributes (trigunas).
Pluck a blade of grass and observe it closely. It is so lovely, tiny and cute.
Ganesh Chaturthi is the birthday of Lord Ganapati and is celebrated every year on the 4th day of the waxing fortnight, during the month of the Bhadrapada (the 6th month as per the Indian calendar).