RELIGIONS
HINDUISM
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Brahma
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Vishnu
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Siva
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Shakti
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Detailed explanation-1: -Shiva is known as “The Destroyer” within the Trimurti, the Hindu trinity which also includes Brahma and Vishnu. In the Shaivite tradition, Shiva is the Supreme Lord who creates, protects and transforms the universe.
Detailed explanation-2: -Takeaway: Lord Shiva is the Destroyer, the god who removes whatever no longer serves a higher purpose in our lives. Often the reference GOD is given to the main Hindu gods.
Detailed explanation-3: -Shiva as Lord of Dance (Nataraja), Chola period (880–1279), about 11th century. Tamil Nadu, India.
Detailed explanation-4: -He is associated with the destruction of Kama, the god of desire, hence Shiva is called Kamataka. He overpowers Yama, the god of death, which is why Shiva is called Yamantaka. He is associated with the beheading of Brahma, hence Kapalin.