Ganesh Mantra for Marriage: Om Shriganesham

Introduction

For many people marriage seems out of reach, held back by the difficulty of finding the right partner. Devotees pray to Lord Ganesha, who is invoked first at every Hindu wedding, for a suitable life partner and a timely union, with this mantra.

The Mantra

ॐ श्रीगणेशं विघ्नेशं |
विवाहार्थे ते नमः ||

Om Shriganesham Vighnesham |
Vivaharthe Te Namah ||

In English: “Om, to Shri Ganesha, Lord of obstacles: for marriage, salutations to you.”

What the Words Mean

The words of the mantra:

• Shri Ganesha, the revered Lord Ganesha
• Vivaha, marriage
• Te namah, salutations to you

How to Chant It

• Begin on a Wednesday.
• Chant for 20 minutes every day.
• Continue until the marriage you pray for comes.

The book Loving Ganesha, in its chapter Mantra Recitation, adds general guidance for all Ganesha mantras: bathe or wash before sitting, take three or more slow breaths first, and chant at the same time each day.

Conclusion

This mantra asks Ganesha for a suitable partner and a timely marriage. Begin on a Wednesday, and chant for 20 minutes each day. For the story of Ganesha’s own marriage, see Lord Ganesha’s Wedding with Siddhi and Buddhi.