Ganga
गंगा
The holy river Ganges, worshipped as a goddess who washes away sins.
Ganga is believed to have come down from heaven, her fall softened by Shiva's hair. Bathing in the river, and keeping a little Ganga jal (Ganges water) at home, is thought to purify. The evening Ganga aarti on the riverbanks of Varanasi and Haridwar is world famous.
Names and what they mean
- Ganga MaaMother Ganga
- BhagirathiBrought down to earth by King Bhagiratha
People pray to Ganga for
- Forgiveness and a fresh start
- Peace for loved ones who have died
- Health and purity