Deity Story
Ganesha
Ganesha
Wisdom, Artistry & New Beginnings
Wisdom. Artistry. New Beginnings.
The deity of wisdom who removes obstacles
and opens the way to new beginnings
History & Origins
Ganesha, also called Ganeshvara, is the deity of wisdom, the arts and new beginnings. Widely revered in Hinduism and honoured as the remover of obstacles, he stands for compassion, intelligence and meeting challenges with mindfulness and wisdom.
“Those who begin with reverence
for Ganesha walk forward
with mindfulness, wisdom and the art of living
Symbols & Meanings
Wisdom and
nobility of spirit
Adaptability
and problem-solving
Purity, the beauty of wisdom
and blossoming
on life’s path
Richness of wisdom
and the fruit of effort
His mount — mastery
of thought and desire
CrownCrown
Wisdom and
nobility of spirit
TrunkTrunk
Adaptability
and problem-solving
LotusLotus
Purity, the beauty of wisdom
and blossoming
on life’s path
ModakaModaka
Richness of wisdom
and the fruit of effort
MusikaMusika (Mouse)
His mount — mastery
of thought and desire
Worship Guide
Keep the space clean, calm and fitting —
an altar table or a tidy corner
Flowers, clean water, incense and suitable offerings
such as modaka or fruit, according to your tradition
Refresh water and flowers, light incense with intention
and keep the space clean
1Prepare the Space
Keep the space clean, calm and fitting —
an altar table or a tidy corner
2Choose Offerings
Flowers, clean water, incense and suitable offerings
such as modaka or fruit, according to your tradition
3Care Regularly
Refresh water and flowers, light incense with intention
and keep the space clean
Practice varies by belief and lineage
