Story Of The Transformation of Gajamukha: From Demon to the Sacred Vehicle of Ganesha The Story of Gajamukha and Ganesha Hindu scriptures speak of a powerful being named Gajamukha, whose strength and pride grew so vast that he became a threat to the balance of the worlds. Filled with ego and intoxicated by his power, he disrupted rituals, disturbed ascetics, and challenged celestial beings. His form was terrifying, and his mind had grown far from humility and dharma. Recognizing the imbalance created by Gajamukha, the devas prayed to Ganesha, the remover of obstacles and the one who governs the intellect, humility, and order. Ganesha accepted the call and confronted Gajamukha on the battlefield. The battle was fierce. Numerous weapons were directed at Gajamukha, yet none could weaken him. His arrogance made him blind to truth and compassion. Seeing that ordinary means could not transform him, Ganesha performed an act filled with deeper meaning. He broke one of his own tusks and used...