Ganesha

Going back hundreds of years, “Ganesha” emerged as a deity of immense capability, revered as the foremost deity in Brahmanism-Hinduism. Ganesha is endowed with wisdom and intelligence, able to solve any problem and rise above all conflicts. Known for his eloquence, he is the patron of arts, sciences, and all fields of knowledge. Even high-ranking deities acknowledge his brilliance in thought and speech, making him a revered teacher with many followers.

According to legend, as time passed, one day while Shiva was returning to Mount Kailash, unaware of the circumstances, Ganesha engaged in combat to prevent his entry. In the ensuing battle, Shiva, in an unconscious state, used his trident to sever Ganesha’s head, not realizing that Ganesha was his own son. Ganesha succumbed to his injuries and died. Once Shiva regained his senses, he sought a way to bring Ganesha back to life. Although he could restore life, the original head was missing, so he replaced it with an elephant’s head. This is why Ganesha appears as we know him today: an elephant’s head on a human body.

After reviving him, Shiva blessed his son with “sharp intellect, respected by demons, gods, and humans alike.” As time passed, devotion to Ganesha grew, leading to widespread reverence and the continuous chanting of Ganesha worship mantras to this day.

Ganesha is the deity of success, wisdom, intellect, and obstacles. He is one of the most popular deities and is worshipped as the granter of blessings and success to his devotees.

According to belief, Ganesha is considered the god of the universe. Therefore, worshipping Ganesha and praying for any blessings within one’s fate can help achieve success in all matters. Ganesha is believed to grant wishes and provide assistance with studies, career, finances, and love. He also helps remove obstacles, solve problems, and ensure success in all endeavors.

• Clean water
• Ripe bananas
• Coconut water
• Sugarcane juice
• Sweets
• Spices
• Grains
• Milk
• Salt

1. Mantra for Offering Worship Items
Vakratunda Mahakaya
Suryakoti Samaprabha
Nirvighnam Kurumedeva
Sarvakaryeshu Sarvada
(Chant once before offering worship items)

2. Short Ganesha Worship Mantra
For quick worship without offerings, such as when passing by a Ganesha statue or shrine, or from a distance, chant “Om Shri Ganeshaya Namaha” once, followed by your prayer for success in life, wealth, and prosperity.

3. Thai Ganesha Worship Mantra
Om Phra Phikanesuan
Sitthiprasitthi Mae Maha Labo
Dutiyampi Phra Phikanesuan
Sitthiprasitthi Mae Maha Labo
Tatiyampi Phra Phikanesuan
Sitthiprasitthi Mae Maha Labo
(Chant once for auspiciousness, longevity, and wealth)

4. Ganesha Mantra
Ongkar Bindu Nathang Uppanang Brahmma Nocha Indho
Phikkhaganesatho Mahathevo Ahung Wanthami Sabbatha Siththi Kitchang
Siththi Kammang Siththi Kariyaang Prasitthi Mae
(Chant once to request blessings and dispel misfortunes, envy, and unseen dangers, making malicious people face their own defeat)

5. Ganesha Worship Mantra for Success
Om Shri Ganeshaya Namaha
Jaya Ganesh Jaya Ganesh Jaya Ganesh
Deva Mata Jaki Parvati Pitamaha Deva Ladduwan
Ka Koka Laka Santa Kare Seva Eka Danta
Dayawan Dara Bhuja Dhari Maate Sindura Sehe
Muse Ki Asawari Andhana Ko Anga Deta
Ka Kaya Bamanana Ko Kutar Deta
Kadina Nirana Maya
(Chant once to achieve success in work, finances, business, studies, and more, overcoming obstacles and adversities)

6. Prayer Mantras
There are eight prayer mantras as follows:
• Om Putaya Namaha
Please grant me purity.
• Om Bhaktavighna Vinashine Namaha
Please remove all distress.
• Om Vighnarajaya Namaha
Please eliminate all obstacles in my life.
• Om Sudhipariyaya Namaha
Please grant me wisdom in my profession.
• Om Shrishaya Namaha
Please bless me with wealth and prosperity.
• Om Sthiraya Namaha
Please grant stability in my life.
• Om Samahitaya Namaha
Please grant me good health.
• Om Samudaya Namaha
Please grant me peace and tranquility.
(Chant all eight mantras consecutively once)

After chanting, make your wishes as desired. Once you finish your prayer, conclude with the mantra “Om Shanti Om Shanti Om Shanti” to invoke peace. This completes the worship. It is not necessary to chant all the Ganesha mantras every time; you can choose any mantra according to your needs. If you are worshipping at different places, you can follow the provided chants as appropriate. Besides chanting once, if you have more time, you can choose to chant three or nine times as well.

Regardless of the method of worship, the key is to maintain a focused mind during chanting. Create an environment conducive to concentration, chant correctly, and worship with a pure heart. Do not pray out of greed, curse others, or challenge the divine. If any steps are done incorrectly, seek forgiveness. The blessings of Ganesha will still protect you.