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Ganesh Chaturthi is celebrated as birth anniversary of Lord Ganesh. On Ganesh Chaturthi, Lord Ganesh is worshipped as the god of wisdom, prosperity and good fortune. It is believed that Lord Ganesh was born during Shukla Paksha of Bhadrapada month. Currently Ganesh Chaturthi day falls in month of August or September in English calendar.
The Ganeshotsav, the festivity of Ganesh Chaturthi, ends after 10 days on Anant Chaturdashi which is also known as Ganesh Visarjan day. On Anant Chaturdashi, devotees immerse idol of Lord Ganesh in water body after a gala street procession.
Ganesh Puja is preferred during Madhyahna as it is believed that Lord Ganesh was born during Madhyahna Kala. Madhyahna Kala is equivalent to midday according to Hindu division of the day.
As per Hindu time-keeping, the time duration between sunrise to sunset is divided into five equal parts. These five parts are known as Pratahkala, Sangava, Madhyahna, Aparahna and Sayankal. Ganapati Sthapana and Ganapati Puja on Ganesha Chaturthi are done during Madhyahna part of the day and as per Vedic astrology it is considered the most appropriate time for Ganesha Puja.
During midday, Ganesha devotees perform detailed ritualistic Ganesha Puja which is known as Shodashopachara Ganapati Puja.
It is believed that one should not sight the moon on Ganesh Chaturthi. Sighting moon on Ganesh Chaturthi creates Mithya Dosham or Mithya Kalank (कलंक) which means false accusation of stealing something.
As per Puranic legends, Lord Krishna was falsely accused of stealing precious jewel named Syamantaka. After seeing plights of Lord Krishna, Sage Narada informed that Lord Krishna sighted moon on the day of Bhadrapada Shukla Chaturthi and because of that he has been cursed with Mithya Dosha.
Sage Narada further informed Lord Krishna that God Chandra has been cursed by Lord Ganesha that anyone who sighted moon on Shukla Chaturthi during Bhadrapada month would be cursed with Mithya Dosha and would be tainted and dishonoured in the society. On the advice of sage Narada Lord Krishna observed Ganesha Chaturthi fasting to get rid of Mithya Dosha.
Depending on start and end time of Chaturthi Tithi, sighting of moon might be prohibited for two consecutive days. According to DrikPanchang.com rules, Moon should not be sighted while Chaturthi Tithi is prevailing. Further, Moon risen during Chaturthi should not be sighted even if Chaturthi Tithi gets over before moonset.
If anyone has mistakenly sighted moon on Ganesha Chaturthi then he should chant following Mantra to get rid of the curse -
सिंहः प्रसेनमवधीत्सिंहो जाम्बवता हतः।
सुकुमारक मारोदीस्तव ह्येष स्यमन्तकः॥
Simhah Prasenamavadhitsimho Jambavata Hatah।
Sukumaraka Marodistava Hyesha Syamantakah॥
Ganesh Chaturthi is also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi and Ganesh Chauth.
Lord Ganesha is one of the most popular deities in Hindu Dharma. He is revered as Pratham Pujya i.e. He is worshipped first among all the deities. He is worshipped to remove all kinds of obstacles.
The divine eight incarnations of Lord Ganesha are collectively known as Ashta Vinayaka. Vakratunda, Ekadanta, Mahodara and Gajanana are some popular forms of Ashta Vinayaka.
Ashtottara Shatanamavali of Ganesha is a collection of 108 divine names of Lord Ganesha. One can recite these names to seek the blessings of Lord Ganesha.
A brief summary on Vinayaka Chaturthi is given of this page. It is also known as Vinayaka Chavithi or Vinayagar Chaturthi. Lord Ganesha's devotees keep fast on this day.
Learn how to do Ganesha Murti Sthapana on this page. Chaturthi and Chaturdashi Tithi are considered auspicious to perform the Ganesha Sthapana.
Learn here complete detailed Ganesha Chaturthi Puja Vidhi. It's a Shodashopachara Vinayaka Chaturthi Puja Vidhi with step by step explanation.
Ganesha Jayanti
Ganesha Anga Puja is usually performed on Ganesha Chaturthi and other festivals related to the Lord Ganesha. Each vital body part of God Ganesha is worshipped with Mantras in Anga Puja.
Ganesha Twenty One Names Puja is also known as Eka-Vimshati Name Puja which is dedicated to the Lord Ganesha who is lord of knowledge and wisdom.
List of 21 Patra for Ganesha Chaturthi Puja is given here. There are 21 types of Patras i.e. leaves which are used for worshipping Lord Ganesha on special occasions.
On Ganesha Visarjana day the idol of Lord Ganesha is immersed in water body, usually in lakes or ponds after a large procession. Ananta Chaturdashi is considered the most important day for Ganesha Visarjana.
Most popular Aarti dedicated to Lord Ganesha is given with lyrics and recitation video. Devotees sing this Aarti to please Lord Ganesha and seek his blessings.
'Ganesha Chalisa' is a hymn composed of 40 Chaupais in the praise of Lord Ganesha. One can get rid of all the obstacles by reciting Ganesha Chalisa.
Some of the most important Ganesha Mantras are listed here. A powerful Ganesha Yantra is also given which one can keep at one's home or office at the place of worship.
'Vakratunda Mahakaya' Mantra is one of the most significant and popular Mantras of Lord Ganesha. Lord Ganesha gets easily pleased by chanting this Mantra.
Simple and beautiful Ganesha Rangoli designs are given on this page. These Rangoli can be used on various special occasions related to Lord Ganesha.
Here you can send E-cards of Lord Ganesha to your loved ones. There are so many beautiful and artistic E-cards which are available on this page.
Share these amazing Ganesha Chaturthi Messages with your friends and family on the auspicious occasions of Ganesha Chaturthi.
Kerala Vinayaka Chaturthi is celebrated on Shukla Paksha Chaturthi in Chingam Masam as per the Malayalam Calendar. People worship Lord Ganesha on this day.
