What is unusual about the god Ganesh son of Shiva and Parvati?

Like all gods in the Hindu pantheon, Ganesh has a mythological origin. He is the son of Shiva and his consort Parvati, both of human form and yet he bears the head of an elephant. The reason for this closely follows his birth or more appropriately his creation. He was not born to Parvati as mere mortal are.

Who is stronger kartikeya or Ganesh?

Both Lord karthikeya and Lord ganesha are equally powerful. Lord karthikeya was born from the energy of Lord siva while Lord ganesha was born from the energy of goddes parvati. We should not compare both divine brothers. One can’t say who is more powerful.

Which demon killed kartikeya?

Tarakasur
This story is from second chapter of Shiva Purana called Rudra Samhita. It explains how Kartikeya was born and his battle with Tarakasur in which he finally killed the demon.

Why Lord Shiva killed Ganesh?

Sensing that this was no ordinary boy, the usually peaceful Shiva decided he would have to fight the boy and in his divine fury severed the boy’s head with his Trishul thereby killing him instantly. When Parvati learned of this, she was so enraged and insulted that she decided to destroy the entire Creation.

What happened to Ganesha’s original head?

What happened to Ganesha’s original head? The head of Ganesha Ji was cut off by Lord Shiva and it was totally destroyed in the fire of Trishul of Lord Shiva. It was not possible as per boon to the elephant that original head should be rejoined with body of God Ganesha. Lord Shiva blessed him as he would be the symbol of wisdom.

Can Lord Ganesh kill Lord Shiva’s son Tarakasur?

Lord Shiva given a boon to tarakasur that he would be killed only by his son. Ganesh is not direct son of Shiva. Only Karthikeya is direct son born from third eye of lord. So, only lord Karthikeya can kill tarakasur. 8 clever moves when you have $1,000 in the bank.

What is the relationship between Ganesh and Kartikeya?

Both Ganesh and Kartikeya are the two sons of lord Shiva and Devi Parvati. Kartikeya is the elder son and Ganesh is the younger son. Kartikeya killed many demons like Narakasura, Gajasura and known as the lord of war. He is the chief commander of the army of Gods.

How did Ganesha become the son of Lord Shiva?

There was an elephant which prayed to Lord Shiva and wanted to be his son, the same elephant gave his head to Lord Shiva, which was put on Ganesha’s body.