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Ekadanta

Ekadanta is a name for Lord Ganesha, a widely revered Hindu deity known as the remover of obstacles and the god of wisdom and beginnings. The name "Ekadanta" means "one-tusked," referring to Ganesha’s unique appearance with one prominent tusk and the other broken. Symbolically, his single tusk represents the importance of sacrifice and the pursuit of knowledge despite imperfections. Ganesha’s distinctive form and qualities embody qualities like humility, strength, and wisdom, making him a beloved deity invoked at the start of new ventures, ceremonies, and projects for auspicious beginnings.