Gaṇapati - Iconography and Symbolism - Advanced (Short Form)

Abstract

Gaṇapati is regarded as the younger son of Devī Pārvatī and Bhagavān Śiva. As the ‘Lord of Obstacles’ or Vighnarāja, he is worshiped at the start of all rituals, journeys, and sacred undertakings. His other popular names like Gaṇeśa, Vināyaka, Vighneśvara and many others are related to his symbolism-rich iconography