Ananta Chaturdashi Vrat
Ananta vrat is observed with the intention of fulfillment of worldly desires. This vrat is mainly observed for regaining lost prosperity.
What are the incarnations of Shri Ganesh in each yug ?
Mahotkat Vinayak, Gunesh, Ganesh, Dhumraketu are the incarnations of Deity Ganapati. Also know about Ganapati and other deities.
Why Deity Ganesh is easily appeased ?
Ganapati is worshipped before commencing any function right from a folk dance for entertainment to a wedding and all rituals including house-warming (gruhapravesh).
Why is Deity Ganapati first worshipped before any pooja or task ?
Ganapati is the nurturer, master (swami) of the directions. Other deities cannot reach the site of ritualistic worship (puja) from any direction without His permission.
How should the Ganesh Pujan be done for gaining maximum spiritual benefit ?
The Ganesh Pujan is done all over but what is more important is to study the science behind it and perform the religious rituals and righteous actions in the right manner so that maximum spiritual benefit can be obtained from it.
Shri Ganesh Chaturthi
The detailed explanation and the science behind the rituals and the methods of observing Sri Ganesh Vrat is given in this article. It contains information related to importance of this vrat, the appropriate idol for worshipping, correct method of bringing home the idol of Sri Ganesh, the decoration for this festival, the importance of Modak and Atharvashirsha recitation.
God Shiva and His various Names
This article provides comprehensive information about the origin and spiritual meaning of the words Shiva, Shankar, Mahankaleshwar, Mahadev, Gangadhar etc.
Shri Ganapati and His different names
Sage Mudgal has written the Ganeshasahastranam containing the thousand Names of Shri Ganapati. Read more about different names of Shri Ganapati in this article.
Sattvik picture of Shri Ganapati made by Sanatan
Greater the similarity of the Deity’s two-dimensional form (a picture) or three-dimensional form (an Idol) with the Deity’s original form, higher will be its ability to attract the Deity’s Principle.
