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Which mantra removes obstacles?
In short
The mantra to remove obstacles is Om Gam Ganapataye Namah, addressed to Ganesha, the remover of obstacles and lord of beginnings. It is traditionally chanted before starting anything new — a journey, a venture, an exam — to clear the path ahead. Chant it 108 times, or before any fresh undertaking.
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The mantra
ॐ गं गणपतये नमः
oṃ gaṃ gaṇapataye namaḥ
I bow to Ganesha, the remover of obstacles and lord of beginnings.
In depth
Ganesha is invoked first in most Hindu ceremonies, precisely because he is Vighnaharta — the one who removes obstacles. 'Gam' is his seed-syllable (bija), the sound-essence of that clearing power.
The practice is simple and hopeful: before a new beginning, steady the mind and offer the mantra with sincerity, asking not for the removal of all effort but for the removal of what needlessly blocks the way. Wednesday is traditionally associated with Ganesha for such practice.
Related questions
What is Om Gam Ganapataye Namah for?
It invokes Ganesha, the remover of obstacles and lord of beginnings, and is chanted before new ventures to clear the path.
When should I chant to Ganesha?
Before starting anything new, and traditionally on Wednesday, the day associated with Ganesha.
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