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गणेश चालीसा

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॥ दोहा ॥ जय गणपति सदगुण सदन, कविवर बदन कृपाल। विघ्न हरण मंगल करण, जय जय गिरिजालाल॥ ॥ चौपाई ॥ जय जय जय गणपति गणराजू। मंगल भरण करण शुभ काजू॥ जय गजबदन सदन सुखदाता। विश्व विनायक बुद्धि विधाता॥ वक्रतुण्ड महाकाय शुभ कारन। सुन्दर मूरत कृपा वरारन॥ सिन्दूर रक्तवरण कल, शोभा महान। मुक्ताफल सम दन्त छवि जान॥ प्रथम पूज्य तुम देवन देवा। शक्ति शंभु गणपत करें सेवा॥ चरण कमल छवि अति ही न्यारी। करो कृपा जनहित अवतारी॥ ॥ दोहा ॥ जय जय जय गिरिजानन्दन। मंगलमूर्ति विनायक वन्दन॥ गणेश चालीसा पढ़े, सब सिद्धि हो जाय। दूर होय सब संकट, मंगलमय सुख पाय॥

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महत्व और पाठ विधि

The Ganesh Chalisa holds profound spiritual significance for devotees, serving as a powerful devotional hymn to invoke Lord Ganesha's blessings. It is traditionally recited on Wednesdays, a day specifically dedicated to Ganesha, to seek his wisdom, protection, and the removal of obstacles. The *Chalisa*'s recitation intensifies during the annual Ganesh Chaturthi festival, a ten-day celebration in the Hindu month of Bhadrapada, particularly in regions like Maharashtra, where grand *Ganesh Visarjan* processions mark the culmination of the festivities. During this period, devotees often perform multiple recitations, sometimes up to 11, 21, or 108 times, to deepen their spiritual connection and accumulate merit. Devotees turn to the Ganesh Chalisa in a myriad of life situations, primarily to overcome obstacles (*vighnas*) in their path, making Ganesha the ultimate *Vighnaharta*. It is particularly recommended for students seeking academic success, individuals starting new businesses or ventures, and those facing career challenges or legal issues. The *Chalisa* is also recited for general well-being, to alleviate fear, and to seek divine intervention during times of illness or when making significant life decisions, such as marriage. Before recitation, it is customary to purify oneself through a bath and wear clean clothes, sitting on a clean *asana* in a sacred space, often before an idol or image of Ganesha. The Ganesh Chalisa complements the primary Ganesha *mantras*, such as *Om Gam Ganapataye Namaha*, by providing a narrative and descriptive form of devotion that engages the mind and heart more comprehensively. While *mantras* are potent sonic vibrations, the *Chalisa* offers a lyrical expression of praise and prayer, making the deity's attributes and powers more accessible and relatable. Its regular recitation is believed to cultivate inner peace, enhance focus, and attract auspicious energies, ensuring that all endeavours are undertaken with divine favour and culminate in success.

Ganesha के अन्य पाठ

आरती

गणेश आरती – जय गणेश देवा

आरती

दीपावली आरती – लक्ष्मी-गणेश

मन्त्र

गणेश मन्त्र

सम्पूर्ण भक्ति संग्रह

महत्व और पाठ विधि