#ganeshchaturthi #ganeshfestival #ganeshotsav #ganeshchaturthi2024 #goddessvinayaki This isn’t a picture of God Vinayaka; it’s actually Vinayaki. She is often described as the female counterpart to God Ganesha and is mentioned in ancient Hindu and Buddhist Scriptures, dating back to at least the 1st century B.C.E. Sculptures of Vinayaki have been found in places like Mathura, Gwalior, and Rajasthan, showing her in various forms, sometimes alongside other goddesses like Varahi and Narasimhi. One of the oldest known depictions is a terracotta plaque from the 1st century B.C. E., found in Rairh, Rajasthan. Vinayaki is part of the Sixty-four Yoginis, revered in Tantric practices. Her sculptures are mainly featured in Yogini temples, especially in Madhya Pradesh and Orissa. She appears in both Hindu and Buddhist traditions, sometimes as a protector against obstacles and evil spirits. Vinayaki has several names across texts, including Ganesani, Vighnesi, and Gajamukhi. Vinayaki appears in various lists of divine entities, particularly among the Matrikas and Yoginis. While Vinayaki is often connected to God Ganesha, many texts and sculptures show that she also has her own role as an independent goddess, though she is less well-known compared to other deities. #amazing #hinduism #hinduismandscience #sanatani #harharmahadev #jaimaa

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