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Ganesha Statues
HINDU GOD GANESH STATUES
About Lord Ganesha
The Hindu god of wisdom and remover of obstacles, Ganesha is considered the symbol of the arts, sciences and intellect. In addition to being a guardian of thresholds, he is called at the start of new endeavors to bless with success. Ganesha, a god so famous as the divine scribe, famously penned the epic Mahabharata with his broken tusk.
Ganesha's Family
The Hindu god Ganesha, who represents wisdom, intellect, and new beginnings and is part of a divine family in Hinduism. The son of Lord Shiva, the destroyer of the Hindu trinity and of the mother goddess, Goddess Parvati who represents nurturing and power, elder brother Kartikeya, also known as Skanda or Murugan, a warrior god with such battles associated with him as valor and leadership, is Ganesha's elder brother.
Why Keep a Ganesha Idol in Your Home?
Placing a God Ganesha Statue is a familiar practice that invites wisdom, protection, prosperity, and good fortune while removing obstacles from your life and that's why Ganesha Sculpture should be present in every living space. It's said that in the home you should have a statue of Ganesha at the main entrance to protect your home from negativity, in a workspace or study room it is said to inspire focus and success in intellectual or creative pursuits. It is a reminder of presence, balance, patience, & the power of beginnings.
Types of Materials Used to Make Handcrafted Lord Ganesha's Statues
At Lotus Sculpture, you can buy Ganpati statues online. Our Ganesha sculptures are crafted using a variety of materials, each offering a unique aesthetic and spiritual quality:
- Brass Statues: Brass Ganpati statues are available from many regions including India, Bali, & Thailand, and are also known for their durability and very intricate design. Indian ganpati brass statues, especially, are sand cast, and comparatively cheaper.
- Bronze Statues: One-of-a-kind masterpieces, the South Indian bronze Ganesha idols are made using the lost wax method. Chinese bronze is also available as a unique alternative in its own artistic tradition.
- Marble Statues: Marble Ganesha statues are regarded as marvelously carved and elegant statues that can go well both indoors and outdoors.
- Wood Statues: Wooden Ganesha statues, hand carved, give a rustic and earthy feeling and symbolize warmth and tradition.
- Stone Statues: Ganesha sculptures made from lava stone and granite are strong and preferable for outdoor areas that want a rich antique touch.
- Fiber & Resin Statues: Fiber and resin Ganesh idols are lightweight and durable, making them ideal to use as a contemporary decor style.
Significance of Lord Ganesha's Posture
Different poses for Lord Ganesha statues signify different aspects of His divine character. Seated Ganesha Idol represents calmness and focus, which is therefore good for meditation and wisdom. Joy and energy exuded by the dancing God Ganesha become an inspiration for creativity, and positivity among the lovers of the Mahaganapati. A standing God Ganesha Statue represents readiness to remove obstacles while a reclining one offers relaxation and prosperity. The many-armed statue of him carries different symbols, such as Modak (the sweet), Lotus and noose, signifying his hubris of abundance, purity, and admonition. Arts patron Lord Ganesha Sculptures who play musical instruments such as the Veena, Tabla or flute, are shown, symbolizing the delights the god infuses in life. By feeding their intentions and witnessing Ganesha, devotees can enter into close relationships with Ganesha that speak to them personally.
God Ganesha Position in Home: Where to Place it.
It is advised to place the Ganesha murti in the most possible right-most location within your home, to amplify his protection, wisdom, and prosperity. It is traditional to position a large Ganesh statue near the house entrance, facing out, in order to keep negative energies away and invite good energies. His positivity helps people live in harmony and positivity in the living space or in the center space. If you have study areas or workspaces, a Ganesha Statue can help you to focus and remove mental blocks. Don't put him directly on the floor or next to the bathrooms, keep the environs around the statue clean and peaceful at all times to pay respects to his divine order.
Ganesha Statues You Should Include in Your Outdoor Garden
Ganesha statues add beautiful symbolic elements as you put them in your garden to create a peaceful and holy space. For the large Ganesha garden statue, for outdoor settings, lava stone, granite and marble are the best fit. Ganesha can be represented by good-quality statues of brass or bronze for two reasons. First, such statues don't rust, and second, they can resist the weather elements and enhance their elegance. In addition, we also have a large selection of abstract modern big Ganesha statues hand carved out of exotic materials that look great in the outdoor garden space.
Popular Names of Ganesha
There are many names of Ganesha as each name characterizes his divine attributes and roles. Among his popular names are Vinayaka, remover of obstacles; Ganapati, lord of all beings; Ekadanta, one having one tusk; and Vighnaharta, destroyer of obstacles. He is also called Lambodara, for his big belly representing abundance, and Gajanana from his elephant face. The names of these are still invoked in prayers and chants with the purpose of blessing them with wisdom and prosperity and success.
Whether you're looking for a centerpiece for your home, outdoor garden, or an Idol for a spiritual place, our Hindu God Ganesha statue collection offers a wide variety of designs that honor the artistry and devotion of traditional craftsmanship. Explore our range and bring the blessings of Lord Ganesha into your space.