Ankus May 2026

The ankus is one of the Astamangala (eight auspicious symbols) and is an attribute of several deities, most notably Ganesha , the remover of obstacles.

It symbolizes the Buddha’s teachings, representing the control of the mind and the guidance of beings toward enlightenment. The ankus is one of the Astamangala (eight

Are you interested in the of these tools, or Elephant goad (ankus) - Explore the Collections most notably Ganesha