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According to Puranas, Ganesha was granted the boon by his parents, Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati, that he would be worshipped first in any ritual.
Ganesha is known as the 'Vinayaka', the one who removes obstacles. Worshiping him first ensures a smooth path for the rest of the event.
As the symbol of new beginnings, worshipping Ganesha marks the start of any auspicious event or journey.
Ganesha’s divine guidance brings prosperity, good fortune, smooth completion of tasks, assuring success in all endeavors.
In Kundalini yoga, Ganesha resides in the Muladhara chakra, the foundation of divine energy. He guides other chakras, governing life's forces and expansion.
Ganesha is identified with the mantra Aum. The Ganapati Atharvashirsa describes him as embodying all deities, elements, and realms, including Brahma, Vishnu, Shiva, and Aum itself.
The story of Ganesha winning the race around the earth highlights his wisdom, his understanding, and quick thinking.
His head is embodiment of wisdom, round belly can be seen as a cosmos, his mouse symbolizes the mind, his hands represent actions, and his snake symbolizes energy.
The custom of worshipping Ganesha first has been followed for centuries, establishing it as a sacred tradition.