Vikata Sankashti Chaturthi 2024: Lord Ganesha Mantras To Chant On This Auspicious Day

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Vikata Sankashti Chaturthi is a highly auspicious day dedicated to Lord Ganesha, the remover of obstacles and the god of wisdom and prosperity in Hinduism. This day falls on the fourth day (Chaturthi) of the Krishna Paksha (waning phase of the moon) in the Hindu lunar month of Chaitra.

This year Vikata Sankashti Chaturthi will be celebrated on 27 April 2024. Devotees observe a fast (vrat) and perform special prayers and rituals to seek the blessings of Lord Ganesha for prosperity, success, and the removal of obstacles in life.

Chanting mantras dedicated to Lord Ganesha is an important part of the worship on this day. Here are some powerful Ganesh mantras that devotees can chant on Vikata Sankashti Chaturthi for divine blessings.

1. Ganesh Gayatri Mantra: This mantra is a powerful prayer to Lord Ganesha, invoking his blessings for wisdom, success, and prosperity.

"Om Ekadantaya Vidmahe
Vakratundaya Dheemahi
Tanno Danti Prachodayat"

Meaning:
"Om, Let me meditate on the single-tusked God,
Oh, God with a curved trunk, give me higher intellect,
And let the elephant-faced one illuminate my mind."

2. Ganesh Mool Mantra: This is a fundamental mantra dedicated to Lord Ganesha, emphasizing his divine qualities and seeking his blessings for the removal of obstacles.

"Om Gan Ganapataye Namaha"

Meaning:
"Om, I bow to Ganapati (Ganesha), the remover of obstacles."

3. Ganesh Beej Mantra: The Ganesh Beej Mantra is a powerful mantra that encapsulates the essence of Lord Ganesha and can be chanted for overall spiritual growth and success.

"Om Gam Ganapataye Namaha"

Meaning:
"Om, I invoke the presence of Ganapati (Ganesha)."

4. Ganesh Dhyan Mantra: This mantra is a meditation on Lord Ganesha, focusing on his divine form and qualities, and seeking his blessings for guidance and protection.

"Vakratunda Maha-Kaaya Surya-Kotti Samaprabha
Nirvighnam Kuru Me Deva Sarva-Kaaryeshu Sarvada"

Meaning:
"O Lord Ganesha, with a curved trunk and a massive body,
Radiant as millions of Suns, please remove all obstacles
From all my endeavors, forever."

5. Ganesh Shloka: This shloka praises Lord Ganesha and seeks his blessings for the removal of obstacles and the fulfillment of desires.

"Vakratunda Mahakaya Suryakoti Samaprabha
Nirvighnam Kuru Me Deva Sarvakaryeshu Sarvada"

Meaning:
"O Lord Ganesha, with a curved trunk and a massive body,
Radiant as millions of Suns, please remove all obstacles
From all my endeavors, forever."

6. Ganesh Stotram: The Ganesh Stotram is a hymn that praises Lord Ganesha and seeks his blessings for prosperity, knowledge, and success in life.

"Gajananam Bhoota Ganadi Sevitam
Kapittha Jambu Phalasara Bhakshitam
Uma Sutam Shoka Vinasha Karakam
Namami Vighneshwara Pada Pankajam"

Meaning:
"I bow to the lotus feet of Lord Vighneshwara (Ganesha),
The son of Uma (Parvati), who is worshipped by the ganas (attendants of Shiva),
Who eats the essence of kapittha and jambu fruits (his favorite),
And who destroys sorrow."

7. Ganesh Atharvashirsha: This is a sacred text that extolls the greatness of Lord Ganesha and is believed to bestow spiritual knowledge and wisdom upon the devotee.

"Om Namaste Ganapataye
Tvameva Pratyaksham Tatvamasi
Tvameva Kevalam Kartasi
Tvameva Kevalam Dhartasi
Tvameva Kevalam Hartasi
Tvameva Sarvam Khalvidam Brahmāsi
Tvam Sākshād Ātmāsi Nityam"

Meaning:
"O Lord Ganapati, you are the absolute reality.
You are the manifestation of the essence of the words 'Tat Tvam Asi' (That Thou Art).
You are the one who creates, sustains, and destroys everything.
You are indeed the all-pervading Brahman.
You are the eternal, true Self."

Chanting these powerful Ganesh mantras with devotion and sincerity on Vikata Sankashti Chaturthi can invoke the blessings of Lord Ganesha and help devotees overcome obstacles, achieve success, and attain spiritual growth.