Stories of Ganesha

by Shubha Vilas

Vakratunda Maha-Kaaya Surya-Koti Samaprabha | Nirvighnam Kuru Me Deva Sarva-Kaaryeshu Sarvadaa || This book is a beautiful collection of handpicked stories from various scriptures to enlighten you about Lord Ganesha and reveal the many facets of his divine personality. A book to pay one’ s respects to the most loved and revered deities written about in the Vedic texts. You will find the answers to all the intriguing questions and secrets about Lord Ganesha’ s life in this book. It also includes special prayers that can be offered to Lord Ganesha to attain his blessings.

296 pages, Hardcover

Published March 1, 2022

About the author

I am: A spiritual seeker and a motivational speaker.

Academics: 1] B.E in Electronics and Telecommunications
2] L.L.B Specializing in Intellectual Property Law : Patent Law.

Leadership Seminars: Focus on relevant and vital themes: ‘Secrets of Lasting Relationships’, ‘Soul Curry to Stop Worry’ and ‘Work–Life Balance’

Believes: A good teacher sees learning and teaching as integral twin aspects of personal and spiritual growth.

Social interaction: I zoom down on
A} Youth: Periodically interact with them in premier institutes like IISC, Bangalore, BITS Pilani, Goa, Jamnalal Bajaj Institute of Management Studies, Sydnem College. I aim to inspire them to live a life based on deeper human values.
B} Children: Guide towards teaching foundational values through masterful storytelling.
C} Individuals: Practical applications of the Bhagavad Gita; the Ramayana and Vedas in today’s world.
D} Business leaders: as their lifestyle coach, conducting regular classes on Spirituality and Management to help them live a wholesome life.

Reviews

[Sumit Dhamija · Rating 4 out of 5]

I consider it as Divine blessings of Lord Ganesha that I happened to finish reading “Stories of Ganesha” by Dr. Shubha Vilas, when Ganesh Chaturthi is just around the corner (19-Sept-23). This is my third book by Dr. Vilas. After having read The Little Blue Book on Krishna and Hanuman Chalisa, I got fascinated with Dr. Vilas’s simplistic yet powerful narrative.

I remember categorically that even as a child there was something fascinating (yet indescribable) that I saw in Ganesha’s idol, which, attracted me to Him. He has been my favourite deity ever since. In addition to gracing the small mandir I have at home, Ganesha’s idol also adorns my office desk and the dashboard of my car. I try not to forget to foremost seek Ganesha’s blessings before embarking on any new adventure - be it personal or professional.

This book (like the other two I read) captivates the readers attention. It has been divided into three sections:

Section 1: Stories of Ganesha - 32 stories handpicked from various Puranas and Folk tales.

Section 2: Stories of Ganesha Temples - 10 stories of temples dedicated to Lord Ganesha. The mystical story behind each temple will leave you awestruck.

Section 3: Ganesha Prayers - 5 powerful prayers that glorify Lord Ganesha and bestows wealth, prosperity, wisdom, success, and good fortune to the worshiper.

While reading this book, I was reminded several times of the TV serial, ‘Vighnaharta Ganesh’ that was aired on Sony Entertainment television back in 2017.

This set of three books (on Krishna, Hanuman and Ganesha), immaculately bound in deluxe silk will remain amongst my most prized possession.

[Yash Sharma · Rating 4 out of 5]

Stories of Ganesha by Shubha Vilas is an enlightening collection of forty-two stories related to Lord Ganapati. The tales mentioned in this book on Bhagwaan Ekdanta tell us about the meaning of his various names, some important temples related to Ganesha Ji, and various mantras of Gajananan and their meanings. A good book for the devotees of Lord Ganesha.

[Dilraj · Rating 4 out of 5]

Stories were good. Some stories were repetitive. But some particular events have different retellings like How lord Ganesha got his elephant head.
Stories about different Ganesha temples were interesting too. Overally a good read!

[Kushagra Singh · Rating 4 out of 5]

Sweet book written in a simple and effective manner. We get heard and unheard tales of Lord Ganesha meant to induce a stronger connect to the beloved deity.