This season of this year is a very significant time for the worship of Gaṇeśa; first, because the month of Badra is extremely important to Gaṇeśa, and second, because this […]
Ganapati Mula Mantra
Lord Ganesha (also known as Ganapati and Vinayaka) is one of the best-known and most worshipped deities in the Hindu religion. As the God of beginnings, he is honored at the start of […]
New Release! Ganesh Puja Advanced
To kick off Navaratri, Shree Maa, Swamiji, and the Devi Mandir pujaris will perform special worship to Lord Ganesh, the God who is always first in line for worship.
Join us on live webcam at 4:00 pm, Tuesday, October 13th. Download the App now to chant along with us. … read more
Ganesh
(Sanskrit: गणेश, gaṇeśa)
Lord Ganesha is the deity for all new beginnings. He is the divine son of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati, the Lord of Wisdom, the Lord of the Multitudes, and the Protector at the Door. Without wisdom it will be impossible for any seeker to open the doors to the secrets of enlightenment — Ganesha grants that wisdom.
Ganesha’s Elephant Head and Race with Kartikeya
Legend has it that when the great demon named Tarakasura propitiated Brahma, he gained the boon that only the son of Shiva would be able to slay him. Thereafter, the […]
Ganesha Mantras
Ganesh Mantra removes each and every enemy of the devotee’s life and he/she gets focus and clarity. Chanting of his mantras also removes fears and phobia. Chanting Ganesh Mantra not only gives rewards for one’s […]
Ganesha Mantra
This Podcast is Shree Maa, Swami and a group Devotees singing mantras for Ganesha. Ganesha is the Remover of All Obstacles, the Lord of Wisdom, and the Lord of the Multitudes.
Ganesh Puja Advanced
This is a step-by-step guide to the worship of Lord Ganesh. In this comprehensive puja instruction, Swamiji reveals the secrets of puja to Lord Ganesha, the God of Wisdom, in four simple steps: invitation, invocation, offering and union. “Without Wisdom it is impossible for any seeker to unlock the doors to the secrets of enlightenment. Ganesha grants that boon.” ~ Swamiji
The Ganesh Puja Advanced is an expansion of Swamiji’s original Beginner Ganesh Puja, adding many new stotrams, like Ganeshashtakam and Ganesh Sahasranam. It is recommended for all devotees of Ganesh.
Ganesha Chaturthi
Ganesha Chaturthi is the celebration of the birthday of Lord Ganesha, who represents auspiciousness, and is the God of wisdom and prosperity.
Ganesha Chaturthi is the most auspicious day to worship Lord Ganesha as it brings wisdom, good fortune, prosperity, and most importantly, on this day, …read more
Ganesha Puja for Beginners
Ganesha is the son of Shiva and Parvati. Lord Shiva granted Ganesha the boon that He will be the first to be worshiped in every puja. Without Wisdom, it is impossible to unlock the doors to the secret of Enlightenment.
Listen in as Swamiji shares the essence of this wonderful puja as well as addresses Ashtanga Yoga, the 36 principles of Tantra philosophy, and insightful stories about Lord Ganesha. …read more
Ganesha Arati
Arati for Lord Ganesha – Jai Ganesha Jai Ganesha Jai Ganesha Deva
Story of How Ganesha was Born
~~OM~~ Shiva said to Nandi, “Go tell Parvati that I need to see her immediately.” And Nandi came into Parvati’s room and said, “Shiva is calling you.” And Parvati said, […]
About Ganesh
Meaning of Gam Question: What is the meaning of the syllable in “Gam”? Swamiji Says: There is a sanskrit shloka that explains the syllables: The letter “ga” is the form […]
Modak Recipe #1
Modaks are a type of sweet beloved to Lord Ganesha. They can be made in various ways, but this particular recipe is one that Shree Maa created herself. Jai Maa! Jai Ganesha!
Modak Recipe #2
This is another recipe for Ganesha’s favorite sweet! Make these as an offering for Ganesha on Chaturthi, or any other day that you choose to worship the Divine Lord of Wisdom!