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Ganesh Chaturthi 2014: Celebrating Lord Ganesha's Birthday
Antonia Blumberg
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Ganesh Chaturthi, also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is a Hindu festival dedicated to Lord Ganesh. It is a 10-day festival marking the birthday of Ganesh, who is widely worshiped for his auspicious beginnings. Ganesh is the patron of arts and sciences, the deity of intellect and wisdom -- identified by his elephant head.
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2014/08/27/ganesh-chaturthi-2014_n_5717841.html?utm_hp_ref=religion