Ganeshji
What is Ganeshji the remover of?
How often should we do puja?
Daily!
What festival is celebrated on Bhādarvo Sud 11?
Jal Jhilani Ekādashi
Who is Purushottam?
Bhagwān Swāminārāyan
What is the only continent that is also a country?
Australia
What animal does Ganeshji use for transportation?
A mouse
How long should we do puja for?
At least 20 minutes
During Jal Jhilani, what do devotees place the murti in for a short ride?
A Boat
Who is the closest and ideal devotee of Purushottam who guides us to Bhagwān?
Akshar
What is the largest ocean on Earth?
Pacific Ocean
What is another Name for Ganeshji?
Vignaharta
How many dandvats should we do in our puja?
5 + 1 to ask for forgiveness if we have harmed others. So 6!
What special type of fast do devotees observe on Jal Jhilani?
Nirjalā Upvās
Who was Akshar in human form who served Bhagwān Swāminārāyan with love?
Gunātitānand Swāmi
Which sport uses a puck?
Hockey
Say the story of how Ganeshji got his elephant head
Good job!
What is the first hour of the day when we should do puja called?
Brahmamuhurt
Jal Jhilani reminds us to surrender our lives to Bhagwān and the Guru. What do Bhagwān and the Guru help us safely cross?
The ocean of Maya
Who is the present form of Akshar on Earth today?
Mahant Swāmi Mahārāj
This animal has three hearts, blue blood, and eight arms. What is it?
Octopus
What does each part of Ganeshji's Murti Represent? (100 points for each one you name)
Large Forehead: represents wisdom and knowledge. Teaches us to think before we act.
Large Ears: represent good listening. Teaches us to listen carefully when others speak.
Trunk: represents strength and flexibility. Teaches us to be strong yet kind and gentle.
Small Eyes: represents focus. Teaches us to pay attention to small details.
Upper right-hand – Ankush (goad): is a tool used to guide. Teaches us to control our minds
and guide them toward good thoughts and actions.
Upper left hand – Pāsh (noose) - is a rope used to catch and hold things. Teaches us to bind
and control our desires and negative tendencies.
Lower right-hand: Āshirvād Mudrā - represents blessings for success and protection.
Lower left hand: Modak (Ladu) - represents reward for hard work and doing the right thing.
Name each step of nitya puja in order (100 points for each one you can name in order)
Nice job!
What does sharanāgati mean?
Putting trust and faith in Bhagwān and the Guru?
What mantra did Mahant Swāmi Mahārāj give us that teaches us to become like Akshar and worship Purushottam?
Aksharam Aham Purushottam Dāso’smi
Which planet in our solar system has the most moons?
Saturn