Category: Lord Shiva

Shiva is one of the major deities in Hinduism and is considered to be the supreme god in Shaivism, one of the major traditions within Hinduism. He is also known as Mahadeva, which means “Great God”.

Shiva is often depicted as a powerful and fierce ascetic, with a matted hair and a blue throat. He is also often shown holding a trident, a drum, and a serpent. He is often shown sitting in a meditative posture on top of a tiger skin, and his consort is goddess Parvati.

Shiva is the god of destruction and dissolution, and is also associated with regeneration and rejuvenation. He is often portrayed as the destroyer of evil and the transformer of souls. He is also considered as the god of yoga and meditation, and is associated with the inner self, consciousness, and the attainment of liberation.

In Hindu mythology, Shiva is known for his fierce and destructive powers, as well as his ability to grant boons and blessings to his devotees. He is also known for his role in the famous Hindu epic the Ramayana, where he helped Rama in his battle against the demon king, Ravana.

Shiva is also one of the deities that form the Hindu Trinity (Trimurti) along with Brahma and Vishnu. They represent the three aspects of the cosmic functions, creation, preservation and destruction respectively.