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Ganesha and the Muladhara Chakra

Written and reviewed by The Kriya Yogi · Updated 25 September 2026

At the foundation of the subtle body sits Ganesha.

The short answers

  • Root chakra
  • Stability
  • Foundation

Ganesha supports our foundation in the world...

Approaching it with care

  1. Meditate on the root

    Focus on stability.

Cautions worth reading

    What scholars and evidence say

    Chakra traditions.

    Questions people ask

    + How is he connected?
    He is the guardian of the root chakra.

    Sources

      These are living traditions, best approached with a teacher or community where possible. Nothing here is medical advice; check with a clinician before starting a new movement or meditation practice if you have a health condition.