Ganesha Mantras for Children
- myNachiketa
- Apr 8
- 5 min read
Ganesh Ji is the god of wisdom, success, and good fortune. He is the son of Bhagwan Shiv and Goddess Parvati. He has the head of an elephant, due to which he is also called Gajanan. Ganesh Ji is known as the remover of obstacles and is worshipped before starting a new task. He loves sweets, especially modaks. His big ears help him listen to everyone, and his small eyes show his focus.
myNachiketa presents 10 Ganesh Mantras for Children to help them seek wisdom, success, and blessings from Ganesh Ji in a fun and easy way!
1. Ganesha Mantra
वक्रतुण्ड महाकाय सूर्यकोटि समप्रभ।
निर्विघ्नं कुरु मे देव सर्वकार्येषु सर्वदा ॥
Vakratunda Mahakaaya Suryakoti Samaprabha
Nirvighnam Kuru Mey Deva Sarva Kaaryeshu Sarvada
Meaning
The one with a curved trunk, a large body, and brightness like millions of suns, removes all obstacles in every task at all times.
This prayer is often recited before starting any important task or venture to seek Bhagwan Ganesh’s blessings for success.
Dear children, this shloka asks Ganesh Ji to clear our path so we don’t face any problems. It’s like asking Him to remove all the rocks from our road so we can walk easily!
2. Ganesha Mantra
अगजानन पद्म अर्कं
गजाननं अहर्निशम्।
अनेकदन्तं भक्तानाम्
एकदन्तम् उपास्महे॥
Agajaanana Padmaarkam
Gajaananam Aharnisham
Anekadantham Bhaktaanaam
Ekadantam Upaasmahey
Meaning
I worship the one whose face resembles a lotus, son of Goddess Parvati, like the sun shining on a lotus, the elephant-faced God, whom I remember day and night. The one with many tusks for his devotees, and I bow down to and meditate upon the one-tusked Bhagwan.
Children, imagine a beautiful lotus flower opening up when the bright sun shines on it! Just like that, Bhagwan Ganesha’s face glows with love and kindness. When we say this prayer, we thank Ganesh Ji and ask for his love, wisdom, and protection.
Just like a superhero, he helps everyone who prays to him!
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3. Ganesh Mantra
तत्पुरुषाय विद्महे।
वक्रतुण्डाय धीमहे।
तन्नो दन्तिः प्रचोदयात्॥
Tatpurushaaya Vidmahe
Vakratundaaya Dheemahe
Tanno Danthihi Prachodayaat
Meaning
We meditate upon the Supreme Bhagwan Ganesha; we think upon the one with the curved trunk symbolizing wisdom and strength; may that divine tusked one enlighten and guide our intellect.
Children, say you're solving a puzzle or learning something new in school. Sometimes, it feels difficult and confusing. But when you concentrate and think carefully, you are able to solve the problem.
Praying to Bhagwan Ganesh helps focus our minds and overcome our problems. So, before studying or making any big decision, you can say this prayer and feel Ganesh Ji’s blessings!
4. Ganesh Mantra
विनायको विघ्नराज-द्वैमातुर-गणाधिपाः ।
अप्येकदन्त-हेरम्ब-लम्बोदर-गजाननाः ॥
Vinayako Vighnaraja-Dvimaatura-Ganadhipah
Apyekadanta-Heramba-Lambodara-Gajananaah
Meaning
We pray to Bhagwan Ganesh, the supreme leader, the God of remover of obstacles, the leader of the Ganas (followers of Shiva), the one with a single tusk and a large belly. O! the elephant-faced God! You are the protector of every being.
This prayer tells us about Bhagwan Ganesha’s many special names and what they mean! Each name shows how powerful, kind, and wise he is. Whenever we face difficulties—in school, at home, or with friends—praying to Ganesha makes everything easier and fills us with confidence!
5. Ganesh Mantra
गौरीनन्दन गजानना |
गिरिजानन्दन निरञ्जना
पार्वतीनन्दन शुभानना
शुभानना शुभानना पाहि
प्रभो मां पाहि प्रसन्नाम् ॥
Gaurinandana Gajanana
Girijanandana Niranjana
Parvati nandana Shubhanana
Shubhanana Shubhanana Pahi
Prabho Mam Pahi Prasannam
Meaning
Bhagwan Ganesh, the beloved son of Goddess Parvati, the one with an auspicious face, who is eternal, I pray to you to protect me and always shower your blessings upon me.
Children, This prayer reminds us that Ganesh Ji is always watching over us with a big smile, ready to help and protect us! Always have faith in Bhagwan Ganesh, and keep doing your best.
6. Ganesh Mantra
ॐ एकदन्ताय विद्महे वक्रतुंडाय धीमहि
तन्नो बुदि्ध प्रचोदयात।।
Om ekadantaya vidmahe vakratundaya dheemahi
Tanno danti prachodayat
Meaning
We meditate upon the one-tusked God (Ekadanta), we pray to the curved-trunked one (Vakratunda), Bhagwan Ganesh. May he guide us towards wisdom.
Children, whenever we have a big test or a difficult problem to solve or an important decision to make, we can say this prayer to ask Ganesh Ji to guide our minds!
7. Ganesh Mantra
श्रीकान्तो मातुलो यस्य जननी सर्वमंगला।
जनकः शंकरो देवः तम् वन्दे कुंजराननम्॥
Sri kanto matulo yasya jananee sarva mangala
Janakaha Shankaro devaha tam vande kunjaraananam
Meaning
I bow down to Bhagwan Ganesha, the one whose uncle is Bhagwan Vishnu, mother is loving Devi Parvati, father is super strong Bhagwan Shiva and has the face of an elephant.
Children, if there is a race at school and you feel nervous, you can pray to Bhagwan Ganesh for strength and confidence.
8. Ganesh Mantra
ॐ गन गणपतए नमो नमः
श्री सिद्धि विनायक नमो नमः
अष्टविनायक नमो नमः
गणपति बाप्पा मोरया
Om Gam Ganapathaye namo namaha
Shree Siddhi Vinayaka namo namaha
Ashta Vinayaka namo namaha
Ganapathi bappa moray
Meaning
Salutations to Bhagwan Ganesha, the remover of obstacles; salutations to Siddhi Vinayaka, the bestower of success and prosperity; salutations to the eight forms of Bhagwan Ganesha (Ashtavinayaka). Ganesha, come again and bless us!
This chant is like a magic song that helps us call Bhagwan Ganesha for help, happiness, and success!
Children, imagine you are trying to ride a bicycle for the first time. At first, you fall and feel like giving up. But then, you remember Ganesha Ji and say this prayer, you feel confident, and with practice, you learn to ride smoothly!
9. Ganesh Mantra
ॐ श्रीं ह्रीं क्लीं ग्लौं गं गणपतये वर वरद
सर्वजनं मे वशमानय स्वाहा॥
Om Shrim Hrim Klim Glaum Gam Ganapataye Vara Varada
Sarva Janamme Vashamanaya Svaha
Meaning
I bow to Bhagwan Ganesha, who removes obstacles and gives blessings. May his blessings help me do good things, and may people be kind and helpful. This prayer is my way of showing love and respect to him.
Dear children, say you have participated in a school competition, and you want to win! But you feel a little nervous. If you say this special prayer to Bhagwan Ganesha, He will give you confidence, help you do your best, and bring you success!
That’s why people chant this mantra before important moments—to gain strength, focus, and blessings from Ganesha!
10. Ganesh Mantra
गजाननं भूतगणादि सेवितं
कपित्थ जम्बू फल सार भक्षितम्॥
Gajananam Bhoota Ganadi Sevitham
Kapittha Jambu Phala Sara Bhakshitam
Meaning
Bhagwan Ganesha, who has the face of an elephant, is loved and respected by gods and helpers from the heavens. He enjoys the taste of wood apples and rose apples. This shloka tells us about Ganesh Ji’s love for sweets and fruits and how Devi and Devta serve him with devotion.
Children imagine you come home hungry after playing, and your mom gives you your favourite fruit or a sweet! Just like you love yummy treats, Bhagwan Ganesha also enjoys his favourite fruits. That’s why during Ganesh Chaturthi, we offer him modaks, fruits, and sweets—because He loves them and blesses us in return!
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