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Shiva Purana: Birth of Ganesha

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English meaning

Narratives describe Parvati creating Ganesha and Shiva restoring him with an elephant head.

Context

One of the best-known Puranic narrative sources for Ganesha's birth story.

Relevance to Lord Ganesha

Provides theological and family context linking Ganesha with Shiva and Parvati.

Authenticity notes

Narrative details vary across Puranas and regional retellings. Translations may vary by edition, lineage, and translator.