One day, Lord Ganesha was taking a leisurely stroll on his mount, the mushaka. Suddenly, a snake appeared and scared the mushaka. The mushaka ran helter-skelter and Lord Ganesha fell off his mount.
To teach the snake a lesson, Lord Ganesha trapped the snake under his foot. The snake begged for forgiveness, and Lord Ganesha spared him, but not before taking a promise from the snake that he would never scare the mushaka again.
This story is often told to emphasize the importance of respecting all living creatures, no matter how small or seemingly insignificant they may be. It also teaches us the importance of forgiveness and giving others a second chance.
