Ganesh Chaturthi 2024: Explore Ganesh Ji’s elephant head story
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Lord Shiva's Anger
Shiva beheaded Ganesh, mistaking him for an intruder while in a rage, unaware of his identity.
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Parvati’s Despair
Parvati’s grief over Ganesh’s death led Shiva to promise to restore him with a new head, reflecting his deep compassion.
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Symbolic Choice
The elephant head was selected because it represents power, wisdom, and the capacity to overcome obstacles, all qualities that are consistent with Ganesh's function.
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Search for Head
Shiva sent his followers to find an elephant’s head. An elephant was located, and its head was retrieved.
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Reattachment
The elephant's head was attached to Ganesh's body, bringing him back to life, and satisfying both Parvati and Shiva.