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Shakti Ganapati

शक्तिगणपति
Also known as: Śakti Gaṇapati, Powerful Ganapati, Ganapati with Consort

About

Fifth of the 32 Ganapati forms. Depicted embracing his consort (Shakti). Represents the union of divine energy and wisdom, the creative power of the divine couple. Symbolizes the inseparability of consciousness and energy.

Attributes

Union with ShaktiCreative powerDivine coupleEnergy and wisdom

Symbols

EmbraceShakti on lapVarious attributes
Consort
Shakti (Siddhi or Buddhi)
Vahana (Mount)
Mouse

Associated Mantras

Om Śaktigaṇapataye Namaḥ
Śakti Gaṇapati Mantra

Festivals

Vinayaka Chaturthi

Scriptures

Mudgala PurāṇaTantric texts

Regions Worshipped

Pan-IndiaTantric traditions

Iconography

Red complexion. Four-armed, embracing his consort who sits on his left lap. Holds elephant goad, noose, and modaka. His consort holds a lotus. Loving, powerful expression.