- Order number: OC4415
Ganesha is perhaps the most popular of all Indian gods. He is considered the son of Parvati and Shiva. According to legend, Shiva withdrew for meditation and Parvati, out of loneliness, created a son. When Shiva returned, he beheaded him in anger. After realizing what he had done, he commanded that the head of the first being to come by be placed on Ganesha's body to bring him back to life. This was an elephant – a new god was born, combining the power of Shiva and Parvati.
It is said that he clears all obstacles out of the way. Thus, he is often invoked before any kind of undertaking. He ensures material and spiritual prosperity, making him the patron saint of businessmen. But also with every new beginning, whether it is a move or a new job, Ganesha must not be missing, as he blesses the new situation and promises luck.
Ganesha has four arms. They represent the four aspects of the subtle body: intellect, ego, spirit, and consciousness.
- Material: Brass, green sandstone, and gold finish
- Height: approx. 16 cm
- Weight: approx. 2.1 kg