Ganesh: Removing the Obstacles

by James H. Bae

A pocket-sized gem, this little book is the first in a line of Mandala "deity works" - we begin with one of India's most beloved icons, Ganesh. This elephant-headed God symbolizes possibility and transcendence from obstacles. Stationed at a sacred threshold, Ganesh is being reintroduced as a modern and universal torchlight for the curious, inquisitive seeker in all hearts. Both traditional and contemporary artists gorgeously illustrated Ganesh in full color.

Genres: Mythology, Religion

96 pages, Hardcover

First published September 1, 2004

Reviews

[Cheyenne · Rating 3 out of 5]

Many wonderful pictures (I wish I could have studied Indian art in school!) Most of the text is preachy, but there are a few stories and a couple explanations of the iconography (which are the things I am most interested in.)

[LeAnna · Rating 4 out of 5]

I've always been attracted to Ganesh as a myth initially because of the superficial -- his look (and my sincere, unapologetic, since-birth love for elephants). The more I learned about Ganesh and what he represents, the more I began to internally realize my being drawn to him was no accident. The stories of Ganesh -- guardian of doorways and a true seeker of honesty -- continues to have meaning for me in my life, especially in tougher times.

This little book is great to hold on to when going through personal issues and seeking enlightenment. Stories of Ganesh always remind me to check my ego, even when it hurts, because in the end, if I do, my path will perhaps be protected and my journey safe thanks to him.

[Anish Kumar · Rating 3 out of 5]

A short summary on Ganesh.

Not much to be expected here. Its a picture book. Some pictures are very good. Language used is impressive however it gives a short account of his life.

[Debora Williams · Rating 5 out of 5]

Awesome

[Jason Baldauf · Rating 4 out of 5]

A tiny book (3-1-2”x4-1/4”) that is beautifully illustrated and contains a wealth of spiritual lessons from Ganesha’s mythologies.

[Leonardo Cavalcante · Rating 3 out of 5]

Uma leitura empolgante, mas sem profundidade.

[Sundeep Supertramp · Rating 4 out of 5]

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[Ness · Rating 4 out of 5]

Beautiful illustrations and an insightful little book.

[Eduards Stucers · Rating 5 out of 5]

Nice stories and beautiful illustrations.