Ganapati Atharvashirsha

The Ganapati Atharvashirsha, also called the Ganapati Upanishad, is a revered Sanskrit text from the Atharva‑Veda in honour of Lord Ganesha, the lord of intellect and learning. It teaches that Ganesha is not merely a deity but the very supreme Reality – Brahman. This Upanishad reveals His true nature (tattva), explains how to worship Him (upasana), describes the fruits of such devotion, and introduces the powerful bija‑mantra and mula‑mantra “Om gam ganapataye namaḥ,” which has its origin in this text.

This album brings together recordings of discourses on the Ganapati Atharvashirsha by Swami Sharadananda Sarasvati, delivered in January 2022 during the Vedanta Sadhaka Course at Adi Sankara Nilayam. Through these talks, listeners are guided step by step through the meaning of the verses, the philosophy behind the mantras, and practical ways to integrate this wisdom into daily sādhanā.

Ideal for students of Vedanta, lovers of Sanskrit, and devotees of Ganesha, this series offers both traditional insight and clear, contemporary explanation.