Ganesa 17 - Ashtavinayaka 7 - The Legend Of Mahaganapati Poem by Geeta Radhakrishna Menon
Ganesa 17 - Ashtavinayaka 7 - The Legend Of Mahaganapati
In this ancient temple of Ganapati in Ranjangaon,
Ganesa is seated on a lotus, in a cross-legged posture.
He faces the east flanked on either sides
By his two beautiful consorts -
Riddhi and Siddhi!
The main gate of the temple is guarded
By two statues of Jaya and Vijaya.
The temple is constructed in such a way that
The rays of the sun directly falls on the deity,
Giving it a natural glow of light
According to the legend,
Siva worshipped Ganesa to gain victory in his war,
Over the fierce demon Tripurasura.
It is in this temple that Siva sat meditating
On his son Ganesa, to succeed in his venture.
The famed Saint Poet Arunagirinathar,
Beautifully describes Ganapati as the valiant hero
Who caused an obstacle in Siva's chariot by breaking the axle.
At first, Siva headed towards Tripurasura without saluting Ganesa.
But later, Siva realised his mistake.
He meditated on his son Ganesa
Expressing his love and respect for him.
After he appeased and pleased his son,
He once again took off in his chariot to fight Tripurasura.
This time, he was victorious and killed the evil Asura.
Ever since, even Siva, who is the father of Ganesa,
Bows before Ganapati before he starts to do any auspicious deed.
The tradition is followed not only by all Gods,
But by Ganas, Devas, Asuras and the humans too.
All pay their obeisance to Ganapati
Before they start any kind of work.
Mahaganapati is hailed as the the auspicious Lord
‘Mangal Moorti' who ensures success and fulfillment.
Ganesa Chaturthi is celebrated in the temple
With worship, rituals and splendorous festivals.
The idol of Mahaganapati has a broad forehead with the trunk turned to the left side. He is flanked on either side by his consorts Siddhi and Riddhi.
The Mahaganapati temple at Ranjangaon is 50 km from Pune via Shikrapur on the Pune -Nagar Highway. Earlier the place was called Manipur, which later changed to Ranjangaon.
The Pilgrimage of Ashtavinayaka in Maharashtra involves eight temples of Ganesa. Each has a unique story. The worship and pilgrimage to theses temples is considered miraculous that fulfills the wishes of all devotees of Ganesa. Vinayaka removes all hurdles and obstacles in life.
Siddhi Vinayaka, Vinayaka, Vignesa, Ganesa, Ganapati, Gajanana are all names of the elephant headed God of the Hindu pantheon, worshipped and adored by millions of people in India and the world over.
In 2018, I made a trip to all the Ashtavinaya temples in Maharashtra to seek the blessings of Lord Ganesa. I have published a book on Ganesa entitled "Jai Jai Sri Ganes
(2) Whatever be the interpretation 'The Legend Of Mahaganapati' remains etched in the hearts of all devotees and are blessed by the most merciful Lord. Thanks for sharing the spiritually satisfying poem, Geeta ji.
Ganpati.... Who caused an obstacle in Siva's chariot by breaking the axle. Siva.... meditated on his son Ganesa.... he appeased and pleased his son I doubt if it was the arrogance of Lord Ganesh, The Mangalmurti- or His all-powerful presence at that place which put a check on the chariot of Lord Siva who also happens to be His father.
Dr. Geeta: Many more thank yous for your informative, exotic and intriguing poems- I often feel a spell of spirituality cast over me when I read your poems. I do need a dose! Thank you!
Great poem filled with an emence amount of information. I humbly thank you. James McLain 🎸
This poem has not been translated into any other language yet.
I would like to translate this poem
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Mahaganapati is hailed as the the auspicious Lord ‘Mangal Moorti' who ensures success and fulfillment. Ganesa Chaturthi is celebrated in the temple With worship, rituals and splendorous festivals.....haunting expression on Mahaganapati or Ganesa. A beautiful devotional poem is amazingly shared.