Homonym: Siva (Shiva)
Siva is a major deity in Hinduism, known as the "Destroyer" within the Trimurti, which also includes Brahma the "Creator" and Vishnu the "Preserver." He is often depicted with a third eye, symbolizing wisdom and insight, and is associated with asceticism, meditation, and the cycle of creation and destruction.
Siva is commonly worshipped in the form of a lingam, a symbolic representation of his divine energy. He is also known for his role as the husband of Parvati and the father of Ganesha and Kartikeya, highlighting his importance in various myths and stories within Hindu tradition.