The Twelve Names of Lord Ganesha

Discover the Divine Symbolism Behind Each Name

SUMUKHA

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EKADANTA

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KAPILA

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GAJAKARNAKA

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LAMBODARA

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VIKATA

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VIGHNANASHA

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DHUMRAVARNA

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BHALACHANDRA

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VINAYAKA

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GANAPATI

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GAJANANA

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Discover the Divine Symbolism Behind Each Name

SUMUKHA

One with an auspicious face. It signifies Ganesha’s pleasant and positive nature.

EKADANTA

Possessing a single tooth represents conquering dualities and making sacrifices.

KAPILA

A reddish-brown aura surrounding Ganesha represents Ganesha’s earthly and grounding qualities

GAJAKARNAKA

Ganesha’s large ears like an Elephant symbolizing Ganesha’s immense listening powers.

LAMBODARA

The One with a Large Belly representing contentment and the ability to accept all of life.

VIKATA

Ganesha in a fierce posture emphasizing Ganesha’s power to protect against evil.

VIGHNANASHA

The supreme remover of obstacles in new endeavors

DHUMRAVARNA

The Smoke-Colored One. It symbolizes detachment and the transient nature of life.

BHALACHANDRA

The Moon-Crested One Represents mental tranquility and calmness.

VINAYAKA

The Supreme Leader Highlights Ganesha’s role as a guide towards righteousness.

GANAPATI

The Lord of the Ganas and the unifier of energies and leader of multitudes.

GAJANANA

The Elephant-Faced One Symbolizing wisdom, strength, and patience.

Each name of Lord Ganesha carries deep symbolic meaning. Chanting these names connects you with his divine blessings.

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