Ganesha’s Wise Mango Choice

The Wise Choice of Little Ganesha Long ago, in the beautiful mountains of Kailash,

lived Lord Ganesha—the elephant-headed god known for his wisdom and kindness. Though he was small,

his heart was full of intelligence and patience. One day, Sage Narada visited

Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati with a shining mango in his hand.“ This is a special fruit of knowledge,”

Narada said. “Whoever eats it will gain great wisdom. ”Both Ganesha and

his brother Kartikeya wanted the mango. Smiling, Lord Shiva said, “My children,

the one who circles the entire world three times and returns first shall win the mango.

”Kartikeya immediately mounted his peacock and flew off at great speed. But Ganesha looked