Lord Ganesha is the elephant-headed god of wisdom, success, and auspiciousness. He is also known as the remover of obstacles and the lord of beginnings. He is worshipped by Hindus all over the world before starting any new venture or activity. He is also the son of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati, and the brother of Lord Kartikeya.
One of the ways to worship Lord Ganesha is to recite his 108 names, which are also called Ganesha Ashtothram or Ashtottara Shatanamavali. These names describe his various attributes, qualities, and deeds. They also reveal his different forms and aspects. By chanting these names with devotion and faith, one can invoke his blessings and grace.
The following is the list of all the 108 names of Lord Ganesha and their meanings:
- Om Gajananaya Namaha: Salutations to the one who has an elephant face.
- Om Ganadhyakshaya Namaha: Salutations to the one who is the leader of the ganas (the attendants of Shiva).
- Om Vignarajaya Namaha: Salutations to the one who is the king of obstacles.
- Om Vinayakaya Namaha: Salutations to the one who is the supreme leader.
- Om Dwaimaturaya Namaha: Salutations to the one who has two mothers (Parvati and Ganga).
- Om Dwimukhaya Namaha: Salutations to the one who has two faces (one facing forward and one facing backward).
- Om Pramukhaya Namaha: Salutations to the one who is the foremost among all.
- Om Sumukhaya Namaha: Salutations to the one who has a pleasant face.
- Om Krutine Namaha: Salutations to the one who is skillful and efficient.
- Om Supradeepaya Namaha: Salutations to the one who shines brightly.
- Om Sukhanidhaye Namaha: Salutations to the one who is the treasure of happiness.
- Om Suradhyakshaya Namaha: Salutations to the one who is the protector of the gods.
- Om Surarighnaya Namaha: Salutations to the one who destroys the enemies of the gods.
- Om Mahaganapataye Namaha: Salutations to the great lord of ganas.
- Om Maanyaaya Namaha: Salutations to the one who is honorable and respected.
- Om Mahakalaya Namaha: Salutations to the one who is beyond time and death.
- Om Mahabalaya Namaha: Salutations to the one who has great strength and power.
- Om Heyrambaya Namaha: Salutations to the one who has a big belly.
- Om Lambajatharaya Namaha: Salutations to the one who has a long belly.
- Om Hrasvagriyaya Namaha: Salutations to the one who has a short neck.
- Om Mahodaraya Namaha: Salutations to the one who has a huge belly.
- Om Madotkataya Namaha: Salutations to the one who is always joyful and delighted.
- Om Mahaviraya Namaha: Salutations to the one who is very courageous and brave.
- Om Mantrine Namaha: Salutations to the one who is a minister or advisor (to Shiva).
- Om Mangalaswaraya Namaha: Salutations to the one who has a auspicious voice or sound.
- Om Pramadhaya Namaha: Salutations to the one who belongs to Pramatha gana (a group of Shiva’s attendants).
- Om Prathamaya Namaha: Salutations to the one who is first or primary.
- Om Prajnyaya Namaha: Salutations to the one who is wise and intelligent.
- Om Vignakartre Namaha: Salutations to the one who creates obstacles (for evil purposes).
- Om Vignahantre Namaha: Salutations to the one who removes obstacles (for good purposes).
- Om Viswanetre Namaha: Salutations to the one who sees everything (as omniscient).
- Om Viratpataye Namaha: Salutations to the one who is the lord of the universe.
- Om Sripataye Namaha: Salutations to the one who is the lord of wealth and prosperity.
- Om Vakpataye Namaha: Salutations to the one who is the lord of speech and eloquence.
- Om Sringarine Namaha: Salutations to the one who is the lover of beauty and charm.
- Om Ashritavatsalaya Namaha: Salutations to the one who is affectionate and kind to those who seek his refuge.
- Om Shivapriyaya Namaha: Salutations to the one who is dear to Shiva.
- Om Shighrakarine Namaha: Salutations to the one who acts quickly and swiftly.
- Om Shashvataya Namaha: Salutations to the one who is eternal and unchanging.
- Om Balaya Namaha: Salutations to the one who is strong and mighty.
- Om Balotthitaya Namaha: Salutations to the one who rises from his own strength.
- Om Bhavatmajaya Namaha: Salutations to the one who is the son of Bhava (Shiva).
- Om Puranapurushaya Namaha: Salutations to the one who is the ancient and original person.
- Om Pushne Namaha: Salutations to the one who nourishes and sustains all.
- Om Pushkarotsiptavarine Namaha: Salutations to the one who sprang from the water of a lotus (when Brahma created him).
- Om Agraganyaya Namaha: Salutations to the one who is the first and foremost among all.
- Om Agrapujyaya Namaha: Salutations to the one who is the first and foremost to be worshipped.
- Om Agragamine Namaha: Salutations to the one who is the first and foremost to go ahead.
- Om Mantrakrite Namaha: Salutations to the one who creates mantras or sacred formulas.
- Om Chamikaraprabhaya Namaha: Salutations to the one who has the radiance of a gold ornament.
- Om Sarvaya Namaha: Salutations to the one who is all or everything.
- Om Sarvopasyaya Namaha: Salutations to the one who is worthy of being worshipped by all.
- Om Sarvakartre Namaha: Salutations to the one who does everything or is the cause of everything.
- Om Sarvanetre Namaha: Salutations to the one who has all eyes or sees everything.
- Om Sarvasiddhipradaya Namaha: Salutations to the one who grants all success or perfection.
- Om Sarvasiddhaye Namaha: Salutations to the one who is all success or perfection.
- Om Panchahastaya Namaha: Salutations to the one who has five hands (four visible and one invisible).
- Om Parvatinandanaya Namaha: Salutations to the one who is the son of Parvati (the daughter of the mountain).
- Om Prabhave Namaha: Salutations to the one who has great power and influence.
- Om Kumaragurave Namaha: Salutations to the one who is the teacher of Kumaras (the sons of Shiva).
- Om Akshobhyaya Namaha: Salutations to the one who is unshakable or immovable.
- Om Kunjarasurabhanjanaya Namaha: Salutations to the one who broke or crushed Kunjarasura (an elephant-headed demon).
- Om Pramodaya Namaha: Salutations to the one who causes great joy or delight.
- Om Modakapriyaya Namaha: Salutations to the one who loves modakas (sweet dumplings).
- Om Kanthimate Namaha: Salutations to the one who has a beautiful neck or throat.
- Om Dhritimate Namaha: Salutations to the one who has firmness or steadiness.
- Om Kamine Namaha: Salutations to the one who is desirable or attractive.
- Om Kapitthavanapriyaya Namaha: Salutations to the one who loves kapittha fruits (wood-apples).
- Om Brahmacharine Namaha: Salutations to the one who observes celibacy or purity.
- Om Brahmarupine Namaha: Salutations to the one who has the form of Brahma (the creator god).
- Om Brahavidyadidanabhuvae Namaha: Salutations to the one who bestows Brahma Vidya (the knowledge of Brahman or supreme reality).
- Om Jishnave Namaha: Salutations to the one who is victorious or triumphant.
- Om Vishnupriyaya Namaha: Salutations to the one who is dear to Vishnu (the preserver god).
- Om Bhaktajivitaya Namaha: Salutations to the one who is the life
of his devotees or the one who gives life to his devotees.
- Om Bhaktavighnavinasanaya Namaha: Salutations to the one who removes the obstacles of his devotees.
- Om Bhaktapriyaya Namaha: Salutations to the one who is dear to his devotees.
- Om Bhaktavatsalaya Namaha: Salutations to the one who is affectionate and kind to his devotees.
- Om Anantaya Namaha: Salutations to the one who is infinite or endless.
- Om Anandatmane Namaha: Salutations to the one who is the self of bliss or joy.
- Om Anandakrite Namaha: Salutations to the one who creates or causes bliss or joy.
- Om Anandacharine Namaha: Salutations to the one who moves or acts in bliss or joy.
- Om Anandamurtaye Namaha: Salutations to the one who has the form of bliss or joy.
- Om Anandadayine Namaha: Salutations to the one who gives or bestows bliss or joy.
- Om Avyakta Swarupaya Namaha: Salutations to the one who has an unmanifested or hidden form.
- Om Avyayaya Namaha: Salutations to the one who is imperishable or indestructible.
- Om Avyakrite Namaha: Salutations to the one who is unformed or undefined.
- Om Avyajaya Namaha: Salutations to the one who is innocent or pure.
- Om Avyajakrite Namaha: Salutations to the one who does not do any harm or injustice.
- Om Avyajacharine Namaha: Salutations to the one who does not act with any selfish motive or expectation.
- Om Avyajamurtaye Namaha: Salutations to the one who has a pure and innocent form.
- Om Avyajadayine Namaha: Salutations to the one who gives without any expectation or reward.
- Om Anekadantaya Namaha: Salutations to the one who has many teeth (in his elephant face).
- Om Anekavidyaya Namaha: Salutations to the one who has many kinds of knowledge or sciences.
- Om Anekarupaya Namaha: Salutations to the one who has many forms or appearances.
- Om Anekasaktaye Namaha: Salutations to the one who has many powers or abilities.
- Om Anekadaya Namaha: Salutations to the one who gives many things or benefits.
- Om Anekastranivarine Namaha: Salutations to the one who removes many troubles or difficulties.
- Om Anekaishvaryasiddhaye Namaha: Salutations to the one who grants many kinds of prosperity and success.
- Om Anekaishvaryadayine Namaha: Salutations to the one who gives many kinds of prosperity and success.
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