Lord Shiva, also known as Mahadeva, Shankara, Bholenath, and Rudra, is one of the most revered Bhagawan in Hinduism. Widely known as the destroyer, Lord Shiva is the Supreme Being in Shavisim, a major Hindu Sampradaya (tradition). Lord Shiva, one of the principal deities in Hindu mythology, represents a complex and multifaceted figure revered by millions. He embodies the essence of creation, preservation, and destruction, intertwining with the fabric of the universe. Shiva Nataraja (Lord of the Dance) Peter F (CC BY-SA) Ganga (the goddess who personified the river Ganges) was given to Shiva by Vishnu who could not take any more of the constant quarrels between his then three wives of Lakshmi (goddess of good fortune), Saraswati (goddess of wisdom) and Ganga. To cushion Ganga's fall to the earth, and prevent such a great river destroying civilisation, Shiva caught her in his hair topknot; once again, illustrating his quality of self-sacrifice. Explore the deep symbolism and legends of Lord Shiva, the supreme deity in Hinduism known for his powers of destruction and renewal.
