To get rid of all sorts of obstacles & other issues which may occur from eight directions.

Ganapathy is the leader of the Ganas, the leader of groups, tribes, race, army, escorts, and hence Lord Siva’s son is described as the supreme leader (Vinayaka). He is also known as Vigneswara — Lord of all obstacles. These names clearly show that He is a master of all Circumstances.

Ganapathy is represented as yellow skinned, short with a big round belly, elephant headed with one trunk, four arms (related with dhyanam and pooja), large ears, bright shining eyes.Ashtadravya Maha Ganapathi Homam is to be done early morning.