Lord Ganesha is worshipped in various different forms. Shwetark Ganesha is one of the form of Lord Ganesha worshipped in India. Religious people worship Shwetark Ganesha for wealth, prosperity and fame in life. It is believed that idol of Lord Ganesha gives fruitful results on being worshipped by his devotees. The roots of Scholastery plant appears in the shape of Lord Ganesha. This plant has white leaves and flowers. The upper surface of the rots of this plant is soaked into the water for some days before worshipping it.
The root of this plant appears to be in the shape of Lord Ganesha's trunk. He believed to be the giver of wisdom and intelligence. Shwetark Ganesha provides wealth, wisdom and prosperity. Therefore, the root of Shwetak root is considered to be very auspicious and prosperous. Using this root during Guru Pushya Yoga gives highly beneficial results.
Rituals To Perform Shwetark Ganesha Puja
Establish the idol of Shwetark Ganesha in the east direction of the house. Red cloth, red seat, red flowers, red sandalwood and urad dal is used to worship Shwetark Ganesha. Chant the following mantra while offering your prayers to the lord, "Om Vakratundaya Hum". Chant this mantra with devotion and faith to please the lord.
The rituals to worship Shwetark Ganpati can be found in Tantra shastra as well. According to Tantra shastra, establishing this idol brings wealth and prosperity in the life of the observer. The devotees gets freedom from the fear and attack of enemies. He received the blessings of Lord Ganesha for the rest of his life.
Significance of Shwetark Ganesha
Shwetark Ganpati is worshipped on the special ocassion of Diwali to get freedom from all kinds of obstacles and sufferings of life. Worshipping the lord with proper rituals on the night of Diwali ensures success and flow of wealth. The rituals to worship Shwetark Ganpati is very simple as compared to others.
Establishing the idol of Shwetark Ganpati with proper rituals and faith gives prosperous results. Chanting the mantra, "Om Namo Hastimujhaya Lambodaraya Uchishta Mahatmane Aan Krom Him Kalim Him Hum Ghe Ghe Uchishthaya Swaha" everyday for 10 rosary, makes all words accomplished.