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Loving Ganesha Book: Everything About Lord Ganesha

Loving Ganesha Book: Everything About Lord Ganesha

Welcome to “Loving Ganesha,” your gateway to the world of Lord Ganesha, the beloved elephant-headed deity of Hinduism. In the pages of this comprehensive book, we embark on a journey to uncover every aspect of Ganesha’s divine presence. From his iconic symbolism to the rich mythology surrounding him, and from his timeless teachings to the profound love and devotion he inspires, prepare to delve deep into the heart of Ganesha’s spiritual realm. Whether you are a devout follower or simply curious, this book promises to be your definitive guide, providing you with all you need to know about the enigmatic and endearing Lord Ganesha.

By SATGURU SIVAYA SUBRAMUNIYASWAMI

Table of Contents: Journey with Ganesha

  1. The Nature of Ganesha — Shri Ganeshasya Svabhavah
  2. Letters from Lord Ganesha — Shri Ganeshasya Patrani
  3. Ganesha’s Five Powers — Shri Ganeshasya Panchashaktayah
  4. In Science and Beyond — Vijnane Paratashcha
  5. Forms of Ganesha — Ganapateh Svarupani
  6. Sacred Symbols — Punyalakshanani
  7. Symbol of Auspiciousness — Swastikam
  8. The Primal Sound — Ganeshah Pranavatmakah
  9. Master of the Word — Brihaspatih
  10. Mantra Recitation — Ganapati Japah
  11. Prayers to Lord Ganesha — Ganapati Prarthanah
  12. Ganesha Worship — Ganapati Puja
  13. Around the World — Paribhuvanam
  14. Questions and Answers — Prashnottari
  15. Sacred Festivals — Punyotsavah
  16. Sweet Offerings — Mishtanna Naivedyam
  17. Saint Auvaiyar Ma — Sadhvi Auvaiyar Ma
  18. In Praise of Pillaiyar — Pillaiyar Stutih
  19. Singing to Ganesha — Ganesha Bhajanam
  20. Ganesha Puzzles — Ganapati Prahelikah
  21. Hinduism: the Greatest Religion in the World — Hindudharmah Mahattamo Vishvadharmah
  22. How to Become a Hindu — Hindu Katham Bhuyate
  23. Conclusion — Nirvahanam
  24. Glossary — Shabdavali
  25. Supplementary Reading — Granthavidya
  26. Colophon — Antyavachanam
  27. About the Author

Credits to and Provided by

Second Edition, first Printing, 3,000 copies

Copyright 2000 by Himalayan Academy

Kauai’s Hindu Monastery
107 Kaholalele Road
Kapaa, HI 96746-9304

Loving Ganesha: Hinduism’s Endearing Elephant-Faced God is published by Himalayan Academy. First edition 1996. All rights are reserved. This book may be used to share the Hindu Dharma with others on the spiritual path, but reproduced only with the publisher’s prior written consent. Designed, typeset and edited by the sannyasin swamis of the Saiva Siddhanta Yoga Order, 107 Kaholalele Road, Kapaa, Hawaii, 96746-9304, USA.

Published by Himalayan Academy

USA * India PRINTED IN USA

Library of Congress Catalog Card Number: 99-073601

ISBN: 0-945497-77-6

Cover art: Chennai artist S. Rajam depicts worshippers from various sections of society all worshipping Lord Ganesha: