Lord Ganpati

Embracing the Elephant God: A Look Ahead to Ganesh Chaturthi 2025

noreply@blogger.com (Jaymin Vyas) — Sat, 28 Jun 2025 14:40:00 +0530

As the calendar turns towards late August, a palpable sense of excitement will begin to swell across India, particularly in Maharashtra, as preparations for Ganesh Chaturthi 2025 commence. This auspicious ten-day festival, commencing on August 27th, 2025, celebrates the birth of Lord Ganesha, the elephant-headed deity revered as the remover of obstacles, the harbinger of good fortune, and the embodiment of wisdom and intellect.

Ganesh Chaturthi is more than just a religious observance; it is a vibrant cultural phenomenon that unites communities in a joyous display of devotion and festivity. Homes and public spaces transform into colorful pandals, housing intricately crafted idols of Lord Ganesha. The air will soon be filled with the rhythmic chants of "Ganpati Bappa Morya, Pudhchya Varshi Lavkar Ya" (O Lord Ganesha, come back soon next year!), echoing the fervent anticipation of devotees.

GANESHA

Beyond the grandeur, the festival holds deep spiritual significance. It's a period for new beginnings, a time when individuals seek Ganesha's blessings for success in their endeavors, whether personal or professional. The ritualistic installation of the idol, known as Pran Pratishtha, is believed to infuse life into the deity, followed by elaborate Shodashopachara Puja, a sixteen-step offering that showcases profound reverence.

In recent years, a significant shift towards eco-friendly celebrations has gained momentum. Many communities and individuals are opting for Ganesh idols made from natural clay and biodegradable materials, minimizing environmental impact during the Visarjan (immersion) ceremony. This conscious approach reflects a deeper understanding of the interconnectedness of devotion and environmental responsibility, ensuring that the celebrations are not only grand but also sustainable.

From the delightful modaks and other traditional sweets offered to the deity to the cultural programs that showcase local talent, Ganesh Chaturthi weaves a rich tapestry of traditions. It’s a time for families to gather, friends to connect, and for everyone to partake in the collective spirit of joy, unity, and unwavering faith in the benevolent Lord Ganesha. The upcoming Ganesh Chaturthi promises to be another memorable celebration, embodying the enduring spirit of Indian culture and devotion.

Sindoor Lal Chadhayo Aarti

noreply@blogger.com (Jaymin Vyas) — Tue, 13 Jun 2023 15:30:00 +0530

स‍िंदूर लाल चढ़ायो अच्छा गजमुख को,
दोंदिल लाल बिराजे सुत गौरिहर को ।
हाथ लिए गुडलद्दु सांई सुरवर को,
महिमा कहे न जाय लागत हूं पद को ।।
।। जय देव जय देव ।।

जय जय श्री गणराज विद्या सुखदाता ।
धन्य तुम्हारो दर्शन मेरा मन रमता ।।
। जय देव जय देव ।।

भावभगत से कोई शरणागत आवे,
संतति संपत्ति सबहि भरपूर पावे ।
ऐसे तुम महाराज मोको अति भावे,
गोसावीनन्दन निशिदिन गुण गावे ।।
।। जय देव जय देव ।।

जय जय श्री गणराज विद्या सुखदाता ।
धन्य तुम्हारो दर्शन मेरा मन रमता ।।
।। जय देव जय देव ।।

घालीन लोटांगण वंदिन चरन,
डोळ्यांनी पाहीं रुप तुझे ।
प्रेम आलिंगिन आनंदे पूजीं,
भावे ओवालीन म्हणे नामा ।।

त्वमेव माता पिता त्वमेव,
त्वमेव बन्धुश्च सखा त्वमेव ।
त्वमेव विद्या द्रविणं त्वमेव,
त्वमेव सर्वम मम देव देव ।।

कयें वच मनसेन्द्रियैवा,
बुद्धयात्मना व प्रकृतिस्वभावा ।
करोमि यद्यत सकलं परस्मै,
नारायणायेति समर्पयामि ।।

अच्युत केशवम रामनरायणं,
कृष्णदामोदरं वासुदेवं हरी ।
श्रीधरम माधवं गोपिकावल्लभं,
जानकीनायकं रामचंद्रम भजे ।।

हरे राम हरे राम,
राम राम हरे हरे ।
हरे कृष्णा हरे कृष्णा,
कृष्णा कृष्णा हरे हरे ।।

Ganeshji Aarti - Aarti of Ganpati ji - Shri Ganesh Aarti

noreply@blogger.com (Jaymin Vyas) — Tue, 13 Jun 2023 15:13:00 +0530

जय गणेश जय गणेश,
जय गणेश देवा ।
माता जाकी पार्वती,
पिता महादेवा ॥

एक दंत दयावंत,
चार भुजा धारी ।
माथे सिंदूर सोहे,
मूसे की सवारी ॥

जय गणेश जय गणेश,
जय गणेश देवा ।
माता जाकी पार्वती,
पिता महादेवा ॥

पान चढ़े फल चढ़े,
और चढ़े मेवा ।
लड्डुअन का भोग लगे,
संत करें सेवा ॥

जय गणेश जय गणेश,
जय गणेश देवा ।
माता जाकी पार्वती,
पिता महादेवा ॥

अंधन को आंख देत,
कोढ़िन को काया ।
बांझन को पुत्र देत,
निर्धन को माया ॥

जय गणेश जय गणेश,
जय गणेश देवा ।
माता जाकी पार्वती,
पिता महादेवा ॥

'सूर' श्याम शरण आए,
सफल कीजे सेवा ।
माता जाकी पार्वती,
पिता महादेवा ॥

जय गणेश जय गणेश,
जय गणेश देवा ।
माता जाकी पार्वती,
पिता महादेवा ॥

Amitabh Bachchan Prays at Lalbaugh ka Raja 2015

noreply@blogger.com (Jaymin Vyas) — Tue, 22 Sep 2015 08:30:00 +0530

Bollywood superstar Amitabh Bachchan got blessings from Lalbaugh ka raja yesterday.

Big B visited Lalbaughcha raja pandal with his family and took part in Arti as well. BigB shared pics from his Facebook page.

Let's have a look.....

Hindu Muslim Ganpati Utsav Celebration 2015

noreply@blogger.com (Jaymin Vyas) — Mon, 21 Sep 2015 23:10:00 +0530

Ganesh chaturthi pics 2015

noreply@blogger.com (Jaymin Vyas) — Mon, 21 Sep 2015 23:06:00 +0530

First pic is of ganpati made with sugar cane.

Second one is of very famous Dagdusa Halwai Ganpati.

Third one is of some random place, Bullet Raja Ganpati...

Ganpati Bappa Morya....

Ganesh Utsav by Bollywood Celebrities 2015

noreply@blogger.com (Jaymin Vyas) — Sat, 19 Sep 2015 08:48:00 +0530

Bollywood as well as television stars shared images of their Ganpati bapa with various news sites. Here are some glimpse....

First pic is of Govinda and his family and daughter Narmada...

Vivek oberoi and family welcoming Ganeshji in second pic.

Rishi kapoor bringing ganesh idol with him in his car in third image..

Fourth image is of young actor varun dhavan..

Actors duo Ronit Roy and Rohit Roy in fifth pic...

Neil Nitin Mukesh is getting blessing from gannuji in sixth image....

Jitendra, sonu sood with his wife, gurmeet and his wife and shilpa shetty also shared images of Ganesh Sthapan at home....

Celebrities selfie with ganpatiji

noreply@blogger.com (Jaymin Vyas) — Fri, 18 Sep 2015 23:58:00 +0530

Ganesh festival is very much popular in bollywood as well as sports celebrities. They never forget to participate in this holy 10 festive days.

Here are some pics of Nana patekar, madhuri dixit, ranvir sinh and master blaster Sachin Tendulkar with their Ganpatiji.

High fever of Ganesh utsav in india 2015

noreply@blogger.com (Jaymin Vyas) — Fri, 18 Sep 2015 22:21:00 +0530

First image is shared by famous music director shankar mahadevan.

Second image holding ganesh idol by muslim girl becomes viral on Internet.

Third image shows celebration of ganesh utsav by Indian army.

Fourth image shared by Salman Khan's being human organization.

Amit Shah Celebrating Ganesh Mahotsav Lalbaugcha Raja 2015

noreply@blogger.com (Jaymin Vyas) — Fri, 18 Sep 2015 20:58:00 +0530

Amit shah a BJP leader visited Mumbai's very famous Lalbaugcha raja yesterday with his family.

Ganpati bappa morya....

Sachin Tendulkar and Family with Lalbaughcha Raja Ganesh Chaturthi 2015

noreply@blogger.com (Jaymin Vyas) — Thu, 17 Sep 2015 18:01:00 +0530

Ganesh Chaturthi festival is on and Sachin Tendulkar got blessings from Lalbaughcha Raja Ganesh with family on very first day of 10days Ganpati festivals in Mumbai.

Ganesh chaturthi 2015

noreply@blogger.com (Jaymin Vyas) — Mon, 14 Sep 2015 19:43:00 +0530

Baahubali Movie Style Ganesh Idol for Ganesh Mahotsav

noreply@blogger.com (Jaymin Vyas) — Tue, 28 Jul 2015 15:04:00 +0530

Baahubali movie becomes so much popular this days with unique story line, excellent production and Special effects.

One scene from the movie becomes so much popular which inspires idol makers to create unique but appearing ganesh idol. In movie, actor Prabhas holds Shivling on his shoulders and come out from water.In the same way Ganesh idol maker created an idol in which Ganpatiji holds shivling on shoulder.

Check images below.........

A Still from Baahubali

Comparison Baahubali and Ganesh Idol

Baahubali Ganesh

Ganesh Chaturthi Ganesh Photo

noreply@blogger.com (Jaymin Vyas) — Wed, 26 Sep 2012 19:27:00 +0530

Ganesh Chaturthi Ganpati Photos

noreply@blogger.com (Jaymin Vyas) — Tue, 25 Sep 2012 19:27:00 +0530

Ganesh Chaturthi Ganpati Images

noreply@blogger.com (Jaymin Vyas) — Mon, 24 Sep 2012 19:26:00 +0530

Ganesh Chaturthi Ganpati Photo

noreply@blogger.com (Jaymin Vyas) — Sun, 23 Sep 2012 19:25:00 +0530

Ganesh Chaturthi Ganpati Image

noreply@blogger.com (Jaymin Vyas) — Sat, 22 Sep 2012 19:24:00 +0530

Ganpati Pule - 4000 Years Old Ganesh Temple

noreply@blogger.com (Jaymin Vyas) — Fri, 4 Mar 2011 23:14:00 +0530

Ganpati pule is a small village in Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra state. The village has narrow mud roads but it is famous for 4000 years old Ganpati temple with self-originated god ganesh idol. Thousands of visitors visit ganpatipule to get bless from lord ganesh. Ganpatipule is also well known for beach. The beach of ganpati pule is very pleasant "Blue Water" and "Silver-Golden Sand" makes it very marvelous. The temple of Lord Ganesh of ganpati pule is among the 8 famous Ganesha temples of India. Go and visit Ganpati pule for peace of mind and great blessing from god Ganpati.

9 Famous temples in Maharastra

noreply@blogger.com (Jaymin Vyas) — Thu, 3 Mar 2011 12:52:00 +0530

Here are few more famous ganesh temples in Maharashtra. I have already shared 10 famous ganesh temples in Maharashtra in last post.

Temple Name	Area
Shree Vidnyan Ganesh Rakshas Bhuvan	Marathawada
Lake Ganpati	Pune
Shree Ganpati	Nagpur
Verul Lakshvinayaka Kshetra	Ellapur
Shree Vakratund	Paawas
Shree Chintamani	Yavatmal
Bhalchandra Ganesh Kshetra	Sailu
Shree Siddhivinayak	Ratnagiri
Shree Ganpati	Nanded

Visit all to get blessing from God Ganesh.

Ganpati Aarti - Ganesh Aarti

noreply@blogger.com (Jaymin Vyas) — Thu, 3 Mar 2011 00:01:00 +0530

Aarti of God Ganesh

(Jaidev jaidev jai mangal murti ho shrimangal murti
darshanmaatre mann kaamana purti jaidev jaidev) - 2
sindur laal chadhaayo apane hi mann ka
sundar laal viraaje sut gauri-shiv ka
haath mein hai gudh laddu prabhu gajaanan ke
mahima kahu to kaise, jhukaau sir pad mein, jaidev jadev

Ganesha tera roop niraala
koti suray ka hai tujhmein ujaala
lanbodar pitaanbar tera kya kehana
saral sund vakr tundatri naina, jaidev jaidev
sindur ranjit har ang sundar
motiyan ka maala chamake gale par
har gun sapann o gauri nandan
tujhko bhaaye kumkum kesar chandan, jaidev jaidev

Gyaani daani tu hai sidhhidaata
sabke liye tera pyaar barsata
teri lila jag mein hai nyaari
karta hai tu muse ki sawaari, jaidev jaidev
mann ki aankhein dhunde hai tujhko
de do abb to darshan humko
apane sevak ke ghar pe tu aana
sankat mein hum sab ki raksha tu karna, jaidev jaidev
sindur laal chadhaayo apane hi mann ka
sundar laal viraaje sut gauri-shiv ka
haath mein hai gudh laddu prabhu gajaanan ke
mahima kahu to kaise, jhukaau sir pad mein, jaidev jadev
jai jai shri gajraaj vidya sukh daata, har vighn harta
dhanya darshan tumhaara mera mann ramata, jaidev jadev
(jaidev jaidev jai mangal murti ho shrimangal murti
darshanmaatre mann kaamana purti jaidev jaidev) - 2

10 Famous Ganesh Temples in Maharastra

noreply@blogger.com (Jaymin Vyas) — Wed, 2 Mar 2011 23:27:00 +0530

Below are 10 famous Ganesh Temples in Maharastra.

Temple Name	Area
Ganpati Pule	Ganpati Pule
Dashabhuja Laxmi Ganesh	Ratnagiri
Shree Sidhhivinayak	Mumbai
Shree Ganpati Devasthan	Sangli
Digambar Sidhhivinayak	Raigad
Kasba Ganpati	Pune
Mangalmurit Chinchwad	Pune
Rajpur Ganpati	Ranpur
Shree Modakeshwar	Nashik
Ekchakra Ganesh	Kelzar

Keep reading. Few more remains.

Mahamrityunjay Mantra

noreply@blogger.com (Jaymin Vyas) — Wed, 2 Mar 2011 12:11:00 +0530

Mahamrutyunjay mantra found in Rig Ved. It is the Great Death-Conquering mantra. It is also know as Rudra Mantra.

Om Tryambakam Yajamahe
Sugandhim Pushtivardhanam
Urvarukamiva Bandhanan
Mrityor Mukshiya Maamritat

Mahamrityunjay Mantra 2

Om mrityunjay mahadev
Trahimam sharanagatam
Janma mrityu jara vyadhi
Piditam karma bandhnehi

12 Names of Lord Ganesh for success

noreply@blogger.com (Jaymin Vyas) — Tue, 1 Mar 2011 12:27:00 +0530

Ganesh is very famous god among other Hindu god-goddess. In any good and holy occasion, celebration, events or any festival people pray him because he had blessed from Tridev (Brahma, Vishnu & Mahesh).

Here are 12 names of Lord Ganesh which should be remembered in any celebration or festival of Hindu people.

Sumukh
Ekdant
Kapil
Gajkarnak
Lambodar
Vikat
Vidhnanash
Vinayak
Dhumraketu
Ganadhyaksha
Bhalchandra
Gajanan

Remember all 12 names at any start up of good occasion and you will definitely get success.