Lord Ganesh, also known as Ganpati, is a Hindu God of beginning. His elephant head symbolizes wisdom and good fortune, his broken tusk represents sacrifice for knowledge, and his vehicle, a mouse, signifies the control of desires. Ganesha is worshipped to grant success and remove difficulties in various life endeavours.
Ganesh Puja is commonly done before starting a new venture like a wedding, business, or housewarming. Ganesh Puja is a Hindu ritual performed to honour Lord Ganesha and seek blessings for the removal of obstacles and new beginnings.
Ganesh Pujan Samagri List
Red cloth
Durva Grass
Kumkum
Betel leaves and nuts
Modak, coconut, fruits
Dhoop, Agarbatti, Diya
Panchamrit
Rice, Jaggery, Sesame seeds
Ganesh Puja Vidhi and mantra
Start the puja by cleaning the place where the puja will be performed. Place the Ganesh idol on the clean red cloth.
Close your eyes and chant the mantra to invoke Lord Ganesh - Mantra - “Om Shri Ganeshaya Namah" "Vakratunda Mahakaya Suryakoti Samaprabha, Nirvighnam Kurume Deva Sarva-Kaaryeshu Sarvada"
Place water in your palm, take a bow and declare intent to worship Lord Gnaesha by stating the purpose of the puja. Mantra - "Mamopaatta samastha duritakshayadwara Shri Ganesh Pujam karishye."
Place flowers, rice and a few grains of turmeric on the idol or picture of Lord Ganesha for Avaahana. Mantra- "Om Ganeshaaya Namah, Aavaahayaami"
Offer water to Lord Ganesha for rinsing his mouth (Arghya). Mantra: "Om Ganeshaaya Namah, Arghyam Samarpayaami"
Offer water again for drinking and purification (Achamanam). Mantra- "Om Ganeshaaya Namah, Achamaniyam Samarpayaami"
Offer Abhishekam to lord Ganesh with Panchamrit (a mixture of milk, ghee, curd, honey and sugar). Mantra- "Om Ganeshaaya Namah, Panchamrit Snanam Samarpayaami"
Offer a fresh piece of red cloth to Lord Ganesha. Mantra- "Om Ganeshaaya Namah, Vastraani Samarpayaami"
Apply sandalwood paste or Chandan to the idol. Mantra- "Om Ganeshaaya Namah, Gandham Samarpayaami"
Offer fresh flowers and durva Grass to Lord Ganesh. Mantra- "Om Ganeshaaya Namah, Pushpani Samarpayaami"
Offer sweets like Modak, coconut, seasonal fruits and other prasad items to Lord Ganesh. Mantra- "Om Ganeshaaya Namah, Naivedyam Samarpayaami"
Perform Aarti by lightening diya and singing a devotional song dedicated to Lord Ganesha
After the puja take blessings and offer silent prayers.
On the Visarjan day, offer flowers, Modak and then perform aarti and walk around the home taking Ganpati Bappa in your hand. Then immerse the idol in the holy water or natural water or in a container filled with water at home. Mantra for Visarjan- "Ganapati Bappa Moriya, Agle Baras Tu Jaldi Aa."
1. Why Ganesha worshipped before starting something new?
Ans.Lord Ganesha is also called Vignaharta. It is believed that worshipping him before any new venture ensures a smooth path and success.
2. Can we do Ganesh Puja at home?
Ans.Yes, you can book Ganesh Puja online through YatraDham.Org at your home.
3. When is Ganesha Puja performed?
Ans.Ganesh puja is performed at the start of any new venture, like, weddings, new business etc.
4. What are Ganesh’s favourite offerings?
Ans.Lord Ganesha’s favourite offering is the Modak, a sweet dumpling. He also enjoys fruits, coconut, jaggery and Durva Grass.
5. Which Ganesh Murti is not good for home?
Ans.According to Vastu Shastra, it is advisable to keep a Ganesh idol at home with the left trunk. The trunk should always be positioned to the left side which represents success and positivity.
