Ganesh ji is one of the most loved and revered gods of Hinduism. He is known as Vighnaharta, God of Wisdom, and the launcher of new works. Ganesh ji has many names, but one of them names ‘Ekdant’ (meaning ‘one tooth’) is very special and popular. The question arises that why Ganesha is called ‘Ekadant’ and where did his broken tooth fall? Let’s know the interesting and mythology behind this.
Mythology
According to the story, once Lord Shiva and Parvati’s son Ganesha discussed with Brahma, Vishnu and other gods about knowledge and power. At that time, there was an incident of breaking of Ganesha’s teeth, which he was called ‘Ekadant’.
According to the second legend, Ganesh ji used it to break one of his teeth and used it to protect his devotees and all creatures.
Why did Ganesh ji’s teeth break?
There is a famous legend that Ganesha was sitting at the house of Lord Shiva and Parvati once. At that time, he was guarding the house by the order of his mother Parvati. Just then, Lord Shiva returned and started a war with him after not recognizing Ganesh ji. During the war, Lord Shiva hurt Ganesha’s teeth, which broke one tooth.
According to another legend, in the Mahabharata period, when the war of war of Mahabharata took place, Lord Ganesha broke a tooth to write the saga of Mahabharata so that he could write a war story without stopping.
Where did the broken tooth fall?
It is said that Ganesha’s broken teeth fell and fell on the earth. According to mythological beliefs, that place fell to the tooth as special sacred. In many places there are stories of Ganesh ji’s fall fall, one of which is considered to be the ‘Ekadant Garh’ of Maharashtra.
In addition, many temples also depict a symbol of a tooth near the idols of Ganesha, which reminds him of his Ekadanta.
Importance of Ekadanta
The name ‘Ekadanta’ symbolizes the unity, stability and power of Ganesha. Their broken teeth also mean that they are willing to bear all kinds of suffering to protect their devotees. This name calls his amazing abilities and saga of renunciation.
conclusion
Calling Ganesha a ‘Ekadant’ is not only because of one of his broken teeth, but his great ideals, sacrifice and his selfless devotion to devotees. This name is a symbol of his amazing personality and power.
So the next time you worship Ganesha, then remember this deep mythology hidden behind the name ‘Ekadanta’ and make your life successful and happy with his blessings.
