Lord Ganesha is one of the most worshipped Hindu Gods and is worshipped before starting anything new project or venture. He is known as the “remover of all obstacles”. In the Hindu dharma, people worship Ganesh Ji before they start with anything new as it is believed that one will not face any obstacles or difficulties later.
Placing the Brass Idol of Lord Ganesha at the entrance of your home will bring prosperity and good luck and will remove all negative energies.
Furthermore, there are different names of Lord Ganesha and he is worshipped in different Avatars. Through the blog right here, you will not only learn about the 21 names of Lord Ganesha but also the 32 avatars.
The 21 Names of Lord Ganesha
The 21 names of Lord Ganesha are often recited when Ganesh puja is done especially on Ganesh Chaturthi. These names are chanted by placing the Lord Ganesha idol. It is believed that people who chant these names of Lord Ganesha are able to remove obstacles and bring prosperity to their lives.
Here are the 21 names of Lord Ganesha:
- Sumukha – One with a beautiful face
- Ekadanta – The one with a single tusk
- Kapila – The yellowish or tawny one
- Gajakarnaka – The one with elephant ears
- Lambodara – The one with a big belly
- Vikata – The ferocious form
- Vighnanasha – Destroyer of obstacles
- Ganadhipa – Leader of the Ganas
- Dhoomravarna – The smoke-colored one
- Balachandra – One who wears the moon on his head
- Vinayaka – The supreme leader
- Ganapati – Lord of the multitudes
- Gajanana – The elephant-faced god
- Vakratunda – The one with a curved trunk
- Shoorpakarna – The one with large ears
- Heramba – Protector of the weak
- Skandapurvaja – Elder brother of Lord Skanda (Kartikeya)
- Avighna – The one who removes obstacles
- Siddhivinayaka – Bestower of success
- Durmukha – The one with a stern face
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Krishna Pingaksha – The one with red and brown eyes
The 32 Avatars of Lord Ganesha
From the Hindu holy books like Ganesh Purana, we are able to learn about the 32 different avatars or forms of Lord Ganesha.
Below mentioned is the list of these 32 avatars-
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Bala Ganapati – The childlike form
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Taruna Ganapati – Youthful and energetic form
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Bhakti Ganapati – The embodiment of devotion
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Vira Ganapati – The valiant warrior form
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Shakti Ganapati – Powerful and dynamic
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Dvija Ganapati – The twice-born (Brahmin form)
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Siddhi Ganapati – The giver of spiritual success
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Ucchhishta Ganapati – The blessed form of leftover offerings
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Vighna Ganapati – The remover of all obstacles
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Kshipra Ganapati – The quick-acting form
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Heramba Ganapati – Protector of the weak and fearful
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Lakshmi Ganapati – The granter of wealth and fortune
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Maha Ganapati – The supreme and majestic form
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Vijaya Ganapati – The victorious form
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Nritya Ganapati – The dancing Ganesha
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Urdhva Ganapati – The upward-facing form
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Ekakshara Ganapati – The one-syllabled form (OM)
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Varada Ganapati – The boon-giving form
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Tryakshara Ganapati – The form with three syllables
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Kshipra-Prasada Ganapati – One who grants boons instantly
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Haridra Ganapati – The turmeric-colored form
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Ekadanta Ganapati – The single-tusked form
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Srishti Ganapati – The creator form
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Uddanda Ganapati – The enforcer of justice
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Rinamochana Ganapati – The liberator from karmic debt
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Dhundhi Ganapati – The searcher
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Dwimukha Ganapati – The two-faced form
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Trimukha Ganapati – The three-faced form
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Sinha Ganapati – The lion-mounted form
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Yoga Ganapati – The meditative form
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Durga Ganapati – Fierce and protective form
Sankatahara Ganapati – The remover of sorrows and troubles
Conclusion
Placing the Brass Ganesha Statues at your home, office or any other desired space brings good luck and fortune in people's life. Additionally, individuals who recite the 21 names of Ganesha can see positive changes in their lives. Go ahead to read about the 32 powerful avatars or forms of Ganesh ji and unlock spiritual growth and inner peace.
