On the happy occasion of Vinayaka Chaturthi, what is the significance of Vinayaka worship? Bhagawan lovingly reminds us of the true essence of the sacred worship!

Man often imagines that he has accomplished many things. Presuming that all that he achieves is entirely due to his own efforts and abilities, he deludes himself and forges his own bonds. He forgets the truth that there is a higher power which is the driving force for action as well as is the author of the results thereof. This is the primary nature of bhrama (delusion).  To get rid of this delusion and enable man to comprehend his inherent divine nature, the ancient sages taught a prayer. This prayer is the one that is addressed to Vinayaka. Who is Vinayaka? In the sloka beginning with the words, "Suklambaradharam Vishnum," the form of the deity is described. "Shuklambaradharam" means, one who is clad in white. "Vishnum" means, He is all-pervading. "Sasivarnam" means His complexion is grey like that of ash. "Chaturbhujam" means He has four arms. "Prasannavadanam" means, He always has a pleasing mien. "Sarvavighnopashantaye" means, for the removal of all obstacles, "Dhyayet" means, meditate (on Him). Vinayaka is the deity who removes all bad qualities, instils good qualities and confers peace on the devotee who meditates on Him.