Lord Ganesha, with his elephant head, symbolizes wisdom and new beginnings, known for his role in transcribing the Mahabharata and ensuring success and learning.
Lord Ganesha, son of Shiva and Parvati, is revered as the deity of new beginnings, wisdom, and knowledge. Known for his elephant head—a divine gift from Shiva—Ganesha symbolizes spiritual power (Siddhi) and intelligence (Buddhi). He famously transcribed the Mahabharata for Vedavyasa.Ganapati" means "leader of the divine forces," with "Gana" for divine entities and "pati" for leadership. Worshipped under names like Sumukha and Ekadanta, Ganesha’s festival in Sravan is celebrated with devotion. Revering Ganesha is believed to ensure successful ventures and inspire deep learning, with a common practice of seeking his blessings at home.