Aspects of Shiva.

The article focuses on various images of the Hindu god Shiva. The basic illustration of Shiva includes the trident he holds in his hand, his blue throat and his matted hair. Shiva, for Shaivites is the Supreme God and the Lord of the Universe. He may appear as a Lord of the Cosmic Dance, the Lord of...

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Published in:	Introducing Hinduism pp. 69 - 70
Main Author:	LAL, VINAY
Format:	Article
Published:	Icon Books 4/ 1/2005
Subjects:	Siva (Hindu deity) Śaivites Śaivism Hindu gods Religious idols
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