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The Elephant in the Room – Symbolism of Ganesha

By Asana, Dublin, Healthy, Meditation, Mindfulness, Wellbeing, Yoga, YogaHub

The Elephant in the Room – Symbolism of Ganesha * We’ve all seen the figurines and intricately detailed tapestries, paintings, and models colorfully depicting this four-armed elephantine deity, but what does Ganesha really symbolise? Considered in the Hindu religion to be remover of obstacles, patron of the arts and sciences, and the master of intellect and wisdom, there are many more attributes associated with this deity than may initially meet the eye. As is the case with many externally or…

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