Lord Ganesha is the Hindu God of wisdom, knowledge and prosperity.
He is the son of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati.
His elephant head symbolises wisdom, intelligence and strength.
His large ears represent listening carefully to people's prayers.
His big belly symbolises the ability to accept and overcome life's experiences.
His four hands commonly hold a noose, goad, broken tusk and sweet modak.
His sitting posture represents peace, stability, meditation and divine blessings.
The mouse beside him symbolises control over desires and the mind.
Devotees worship seated Ganesha for success, happiness and the removal of obstacles.