Ganesh Puja: Introduction

Ganesh Chaturthi also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi is one of the important Hindu festivals celebrated throughout India with a great devotion. This day is celebrated as the birthday of Lord Ganesh, the elephant-headed son of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. Lord Ganesh is the symbol of wisdom, prosperity and good fortune.

Why do we worship Lord Ganesha:

Here are some important reasons why Lord Ganesha is worshipped before any ceremony, ritual or vow. Remove obstacles: All Hindu believers worship Lord Ganesha in the beginning of any new venture.

Worship Of Lord Ganesh Significant:

1. Ganesh is the favorite God of children all across the country as he is seen as a child God.

2. His appearance is unique as he has an elephant’s head and his pot belly is a sign of prosperity.

3. Ganesh is very fond of Modak which is an amazing sweet delicacy for us Indians.

4. Ganesh is known as Ganapati or the Lord of the people and thus he is the most lovable to everyone.

5. Ganesh is not just a Hindu God as even Jains, Buddhists and Christians all over the world worship and love him.

6. As Lord Ganesh is the remover of obstacles, he is worshiped before the worship of any other God and during the inaugurations of any special occasion.

7. Lord Ganesh can be worshiped at any time and at any place and so it is easy for devotees to seek his blessings.

8. Hindu mythology is full of different interesting tales of Lord Ganesh’s greatness and superiority.

9. Lord Ganesh is the son of Lord Shiva and Mata Parvati who are the most superior forces in the Universe.

10. Lord Ganesh was the scribe of the Mahabharata, which is one of the most important books of Hindu mythology.

Benefits Of Ganesh Pooja During Ganesh Chaturthi:

1. The worship of Lord Ganesh brings good fortune to one’s personal and professional life.

2. This pooja helps one become wise and knowledgeable.

3. The souls of the worshipers are purified by the grace of Lord Ganesh.

4. Financial difficulties are resolved easily by performing Ganesh pooja and one can gain great success in their business.

5. Helps to control the influence of the Rajas and Tamas Gunas of the worshipers.

6. Activates the Adnya Chakra of the devotee.

7. Lord Ganesh is worshipped before the pooja of any other God and before starting any new professional ventures.

8. Ganesh pooja during the auspicious occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi increases the effect of this pooja manifold.