Shivas
Shivas is a term used to refer to Śiva, one of the principal deities in Hinduism. The name Śiva means “the auspicious one,” and in many traditions he is revered as a supreme being who embodies both creation and destruction, renewal and cessation. In Hindu cosmology, he is part of the Trimurti, alongside Brahma the creator and Vishnu the preserver, though many followers view him as the ultimate, independent power behind the universe. The concept of multiple “Shivas” often appears in discussions of his diverse forms and manifestations within various schools and regional traditions.
Iconography and forms associated with Śiva are varied. Common attributes include the third eye, a crescent moon
Worship and cultural presence: Śiva is central to Shaivism, a major Hindu tradition, with temples, shrines, and