Ellora, Ganapati Temple, rat vehicle

Dublin Core

Title

Ellora, Ganapati Temple, rat vehicle

Subject

Religions-Hinduism; Religions-Figures; Transportation

Description

The rat is the vehicle of Ganapati, reflecting the god's ability to overcome all obstacles. Ganapati is revered as the god of good fortune and prosperity, as well as the lord of beginnings.

Date

2003-01

Contributor

Benton, Cathy
Lake Forest College

Rights

Copyright: April 2003 Cathy Benton. Images and content on this site are available for educational and research purposes, provided due recognition is given to the author. Transmission or reproduction of protected items beyond fair use requires the written permission of the photographer.

Format

Image/jpg

Type

Still image

Identifier

cbind0140

Coverage

India
Maharashtra (state), Ellora (inhabited place)
1075244

Still Image Item Type Metadata

Physical Dimensions

1280 w x 960 h

Files

https://s3.amazonaws.com/omeka-net/9473/archive/files/239daa23d2ade2f87962048edec7e15b.jpg

Citation

“Ellora, Ganapati Temple, rat vehicle,” ASIANetwork IDEAS Project, accessed July 26, 2024, https://ideasproject.org/items/show/1708.