The Tamil form of Ganesha. Worshipped as the remover of obstacles and the first deity to be propitiated. Name means 'noble child.' Central to Tamil temple worship, always invoked before any ritual. Represented with elephant head and potbelly.
Elephant-headed, potbelly. Seated on mouse. Holds modaka, axe, noose, and broken tusk. Red or golden complexion. Auspicious expression.