Ganesh Chaturthi 2020: Learn why Shri Ganesh is called Ganapati? Read full story of birth

Ganesh Chaturthi 2020 is celebrated on Chaturthi Tithi of Shukla Paksha of Bhadrapada (Bhado) month. It is believed that Lord Ganesha was born on this day. Therefore, on this day, Ganesh celebrates the birth anniversary. This year, this festival is falling on 22 August. Vighnaharta Ganapati is worshiped in the homes by law. It is believed that worshiping Lord Ganesha brings happiness, prosperity and prosperity. Ganesh Chaturthi is celebrated with pomp across the country. Know the story of Lord Ganesha’s birth on this special occasion and why he is called Ganapati.

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Birth Story of Lord Ganesha (Ganesh Chaturthi 2020 Katha)

According to mythology, once Nandi got ruti in obeying any command of Goddess Parvati. After which the mother thought that something should be made, which only obey their command. In such a situation, he made a child’s shape from his pocket and threw his life in it. It is said that when Mata Parvati was taking a bath, she asked the child to guard her outside. Mother Parvati had ordered the child that no one should be allowed inside without his permission.

It is said that when Lord Shiva’s Ganesa came, the child stopped him from going inside. After this, when Lord Shiva himself came, the child did not even let him go inside. Lord Shiva became enraged by this and he severed the head of the child. Mata Parvati was angry when she came out. They asked their child to live. Then Lord Shiva attached the head of an elephant to the child’s torso.

Know why Lord Ganesha is called Ganapati

It is said that all the gods gave many blessings to the child. Lord Ganesha is called Ganapati due to being the lord of all the Ganas. They are called Gajanan because of the head of Gaja (elephant).