MUMBAI, India (AP) — A large idol of the elephant-headed Hindu god Ganesha sat in the back of an open truck traveling along a busy Mumbai street, dwarfing other objects on the road. Hundreds of ...
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The Symbolism Behind Ganesha’s Elephant Head
When we think of Hindu deities, the image of Lord Ganesha instantly comes to mind. With his elephant head, pot belly, and gentle smile, he is not only one of the most beloved gods in Hinduism but also ...
A file picture of an Indian artist painting an idol of the elephant-headed Hindu god Lord Ganesh in Mumbai. (Photo: AFP) For quite some years now, the Ganesh festival in late August has grown in size ...
The elephant is an important part of many religions. Elephants play a central role in Hinduism, Buddhism, and other religions throughout Asia and Africa—whether as deities, central characters in ...
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Indra and Airavata: The Divine Bond Between the King of Gods and His Celestial Elephant
According to ancient scriptures, Airavata was born during the legendary event known as the Samudra Manthan, the churning of the cosmic ocean. This great event was a collaboration between gods and ...
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