What does Ganesha hold?

Answer 1

The physical attributes of Ganesha are themselves rich in symbolism. He is normally shown with one hand in the abhaya pose of protection and refuge and the second holding a sweet(modaka), symbolic of the sweetness of the realized inner self. In the two hands behind him he often holds an ankusha(elephant goad) and a pasha (noose). The noose is to convey that worldly attachments and desires are a noose. The goad is to prod man to the path of righteousness and truth. With this goad Ganesha can both strike and repel obstacles. His pot belly signifies the bounty of nature and also that Ganesha swallows the sorrows of the Universe and protects the world.

Answer 2

Ganesha is typically depicted holding an axe, a noose, and a sweet treat called a modak. The axe symbolizes the cutting of attachments, the noose represents the control over obstacles, and the modak signifies the sweetness of spiritual fulfillment.

Answer 3

a book, a rosary and a pot. He has 4 heads looking in each direction.

Answer 4

Ganesha is holding his own broken tusk, an axe, and a bowl of sweets, (his favorites).