{"id":1550,"date":"2020-10-22T22:29:38","date_gmt":"2020-10-23T05:29:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/shreeganesh.com\/site\/?page_id=1550"},"modified":"2023-12-16T15:07:50","modified_gmt":"2023-12-16T23:07:50","slug":"loving-ganesha","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/shreeganesh.com\/site\/loving-ganesha","title":{"rendered":"Loving Ganesha Book: Everything About Lord Ganesha"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

By SATGURU SIVAYA SUBRAMUNIYASWAMI<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Table of Contents: Journey with Ganesha<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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  1. The Nature of Ganesha — Shri Ganeshasya Svabhavah<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Letters from Lord Ganesha — Shri Ganeshasya Patrani<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Ganesha’s Five Powers — Shri Ganeshasya Panchashaktayah<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. In Science and Beyond — Vijnane Paratashcha<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  5. Forms of Ganesha — Ganapateh Svarupani<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  6. Sacred Symbols — Punyalakshanani<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  7. Symbol of Auspiciousness — Swastikam<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  8. The Primal Sound — Ganeshah Pranavatmakah<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  9. Master of the Word — Brihaspatih<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  10. Mantra Recitation — Ganapati Japah<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  11. Prayers to Lord Ganesha — Ganapati Prarthanah<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  12. Ganesha Worship — Ganapati Puja<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  13. Around the World — Paribhuvanam<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  14. Questions and Answers — Prashnottari<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  15. Sacred Festivals — Punyotsavah<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  16. Sweet Offerings — Mishtanna Naivedyam<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  17. Saint Auvaiyar Ma — Sadhvi Auvaiyar Ma<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  18. In Praise of Pillaiyar — Pillaiyar Stutih<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  19. Singing to Ganesha — Ganesha Bhajanam<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  20. Ganesha Puzzles — Ganapati Prahelikah<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  21. Hinduism: the Greatest Religion in the World — Hindudharmah Mahattamo Vishvadharmah<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  22. How to Become a Hindu — Hindu Katham Bhuyate<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  23. Conclusion — Nirvahanam<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  24. Glossary — Shabdavali<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  25. Supplementary Reading — Granthavidya<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  26. Colophon — Antyavachanam<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  27. About the Author<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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    Credits to and Provided by<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Second Edition, first Printing, 3,000 copies<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Copyright 2000 by Himalayan Academy<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Kauai’s Hindu Monastery
    107 Kaholalele Road
    Kapaa, HI 96746-9304<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Loving Ganesha: Hinduism’s Endearing Elephant-Faced God <\/em>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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Published by Himalayan Academy<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    USA * India PRINTED IN USA<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Library of Congress Catalog Card Number: 99-073601<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    ISBN: 0-945497-77-6<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Cover art:<\/strong> Chennai artist S. Rajam depicts worshippers from various sections of society all worshipping Lord Ganesha:<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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