for how long was this god worshipped?
Ganesha may have emerged as a deity as early as the 1st century BCE, but most certainly by the 4th and 5th centuries CE, during the Gupta period, though he inherited traits from Vedic and pre-Vedic precursors.
Ganesha
Ganesha may have emerged as a deity as early as the 1st century BCE, but most certainly by the 4th and 5th centuries CE, during the Gupta period, though he inherited traits from Vedic and pre-Vedic precursors.
who is the god of luck in hindu UNANSWERABLE in which scriptures is ganesha mentioned? Black Yajurveda why is this god worshipped? Ganesha is widely revered as the remover of obstacles, the patron of arts and sciences and the deva of intellect and wisdom. are there any festivals celebrated to honor this god? Yes, Ganesha Chaturthi when is it celebrated? Late August or early September what are the renowned temples in india dedicated to this god? Dhundiraj Temple in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh; the Rockfort Ucchi Pillayar Temple at Tiruchirapalli in Tamil Nadu
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Ganesha [SEP] Introduction
As the god of beginnings, he is honoured at the start of rites and ceremonies. Ganesha is also invoked as patron of letters and learning during writing sessions. Several texts relate mythological anecdotes associated with his birth and exploits. Ganesha may have emerged as a deity as early as the 1st century BCE, but most certainly by the 4th and 5th centuries CE, during the Gupta period, though he inherited traits from Vedic and pre-Vedic precursors. Hindu mythology identifies him as the restored son of Parvati and Shiva of the Shaivism tradition, but he is a pan-Hindu god found in its various traditions.