Vinayaka Chaviti (Ganesh Chaturthi)

Ganesh Becomes Ekadanta

Once Parashuram came visiting when Shiva, Ganesh's father, was alone with his consort, Parvati. Ganesh who was on guard at the entrance forbade Parasurama from disturbing Lord Shiva. But Parashuram insisted; and a fierce fight ensued.

Parashuram threw his axe (granted to Parashurama by Shiva) at Ganesh. Ganesh recognised the axe and refused to defend himself from the weapon. He bowed and took its impact on one of his tusks, which broke.

Thus Ganesh came to be called as Ekadanta along with a host of other names.