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Having an offspring is considered as one of the greatest blessings of life. It is also regarded as the principal purpose of marriage and family life. The intense emotions of the parents who bring a new life into existence and hold it close to their hearts, are something which cannot at all be described but can only be experienced. Children are considered the most precious gifts of the Almighty. Many are the reasons for people longing for progeny. Children satisfy the emotional needs of the parents and elders, while also continuing the family tree and the lineage.
This sloka is dedicated to Ganapathi, the son of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvathi. Ganapathi is hailed as a remover of obstacles and a harbinger of success, and is both loved and venerated. He has an elephant face, but also has a primordial form with a human head. He is celebrated as a hero of strength, a happy dancer, a sweet child and many more. It is considered a good custom to seek his blessings while starting any endeavor or undertaking any venture.
This sloka salutes Ganapathi, the benevolent Lord, whose grace, it is believed will bless people with good progeny.
This sloka (hymn) praises Lord Ganesh who is also known as Vinayaka.
Namosthu Gananaadhaaya Siddhi Budhdhi Yudhaayacha
Sarva Pradhaaya Devaaya Puthiraviruthi Pradhayacha
Gurudharaaya Gurave Gopthre Guhya sthithaayate
Gopyaaya Gobitha Sesha Bhuvanaaya Chidhatmane
Vishvamoolaaya Bhavyaaya Vishva Srushti Karaayate
Namo Namaste Satyaaya Satya Poornaaya Kandine
Ekadhantaaya sudhdhaaya Sumukaaya Namo Namaha
Prapanna Janapaalaaya Pranadaarti vinaasine
Charanam Bhava Devecha Sandhathim Soothrudam kuru
Bhavishtayanthiye Putra Matkule Gananaayakam
Tae sarve Tavapoojaartham Nirathaasyur varo matha:
Puthra pratha midham stothiram sarva sakthi pradhaayakam
Salutations to Vinayak, who is the son of Lord Shiva, who appears along with His consort Siddhi and Buddhi, the Lord who imparts everything, who bestows blessings for children, who has no Guru and who himself is the Guru, who is the protector, who is the brother of Lord Muruga, who bestows blessings to little creatures and mankind equally, who is the cause of the Universe, who is worshipped by Devas and mankind, who is true, who is the completer of truth, who has one tusk, who is pure and who has an elephant face. He is the protector of devotees and also destroys sins.
Salute such a kind Lord who always bestows blessings, who imparts children, who is the son of Lord Shiva. Chanting of this sloka will bring all pleasures and blessings for progeny.
By chanting this mantra on the day of Chaturti and offering 16 puddings, by the grace of Lord Ganesha one could be blessed with good children.
The sacred scriptures prescribe fire ceremony, Abishekam (hydration ceremony), Pooja/Archana (Light and Sound ceremony), Yantra and Mantra (special sounds) as the ways to offer your prayer to the divine. Out of these, fire ceremony is the most evolved spiritual technology on earth to connect with the divine beings. Participate in the remedial services to clear your karma and receive the blessings.
