Meeting Hindu Gods and Goddesses

An introduction to Ganesha and Lakshmi Year 1 Religious Education

One God, Many Forms

Hindus believe in one God called Brahman Brahman can appear in many different ways These different appearances are called deities Each deity helps people in different ways

Meet Ganesha - The Elephant-Headed God

Ganesha's Amazing Story

Parvati made a boy from sandalwood to guard her door Shiva didn't know it was his son and cut off the boy's head To save him, Shiva replaced his head with an elephant's head Ganesha became very wise and clever at solving problems He won a race by circling his parents instead of the world!

Meet Lakshmi - Goddess of Good Fortune

Lakshmi brings wealth and good luck Farmers pray to her for good crops People celebrate her during Diwali festival They light lamps to welcome her into their homes She has four arms representing different life goals

What Have We Learned?

Can you remember Ganesha's special features? Why do people light lamps for Lakshmi? What makes these gods special helpers? How do they help people in different ways?