Ganinath
Ganinath also called Baba Ganinath and Baba Ganinath Ji Maharaj was a Hindu saint and a folk deity, who is worshipped as Kuldevta (community god) or Kulguru of Halwai and Kanu community in India. His worshippers regard him as an avatar of Lord Shiva. A postage stamp was issued to commemorate him in 2018 by the Department of Post, Government of India.
Ganinath | |
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A commemorative postage stamp on Saint Ganinath, issued by India Post, Government of India | |
Other names | Baba Ganinath Baba Ganinath Ji Maharaj |
Devanagari | गणिनाथ |
Affiliation | Nath |
Region | India |
Festivals | Ganinath Jayanti, Ganinath Fair |
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Born | |
Parents | Mansaram (father) |
Consort | Khema |
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