Vakratunda Mahakaya — Lord Ganesha Invocation Mantra
The foundational prayer recited before beginning any auspicious new work, business, exam, or spiritual ceremony.
Vakratunda Mahakaya — Lord Ganesha Invocation Mantra
वक्रतुण्ड महाकाय सूर्यकोटि समप्रभ।
निर्विघ्नं कुरु मे देव सर्वकार्येषु सर्वदा॥
Vakratunda Mahakaya Suryakoti Samaprabha
Nirvighnam Kuru Me Deva Sarvakaryeshu Sarvada
Meaning:
O Lord with the curved trunk and immense radiant body, whose brilliance equals that of ten million suns! Please remove all obstacles from all my endeavors, always and forever.
Spiritual Benefits & Significance
Clears obstacles in career and business, grants intellect and auspicious success (Siddhi and Riddhi).