Shiva

Shiva is a major deity in Hinduism, known as the “Destroyer” within the Holy Trinity (Trimurti), which also includes Brahma the Creator and Vishnu the Preserver. He represents transformation and regeneration, embodying both asceticism and passionate engagement with the world. Often depicted with a third eye and a serpent, he symbolizes the duality of creation and destruction. Shiva is also associated with the concepts of meditation, yoga, and enlightenment. Devotees celebrate him through various festivals, notably Maha Shivaratri, reflecting on his significance in life’s cycles and the quest for spiritual knowledge.