In another story this figure convinced his brother Kartikeya that he beat him in a race around the world, despite sitting at home the entire time.
In one story, this figure was fed some roasted cereal grains to prevent him from swallowing Kubera. In another story this figure convinced his brother Kartikeya that he beat him in a race around the world, despite sitting at home the entire time. He was hit by an axe during a fight with Parashurama, and he is often depicted riding a mouse. Called the "Lord of Obstacles," he served as a scribe for Vyasa, who dictated the Mahabharata to him, and a conflict between his father and mother led to his father decapitating him. For 10 points, identify this son of Shiva and Parvati, a Hindu got of wisdom depicted with the head of an elephant.
In one story, this figure was fed some roasted cereal grains to prevent him from swallowing Kubera.
Ganesha