Shiva
शिव
SHEE-vah
Shiva (शिव) is a Sanskrit-origin word used in Indian English, meaning a major deity in Hinduism, known as the destroyer and transformer. In crosswords it is the 5-letter answer SHIVA (5).
Appears as an answer in MG Mini #294.
Meaning & usage
Shiva is one of the principal deities of Hinduism, part of the holy trinity alongside Brahma and Vishnu. Known as the destroyer and transformer, Shiva is revered for his role in the cycle of creation, preservation, and dissolution. He is often depicted with a third eye, a crescent moon on his head, and the river Ganges flowing from his hair.
In a sentence
Many devotees visit temples dedicated to Shiva during the festival of Maha Shivaratri.
Shiva as a crossword answer
Shiva is a 5-letter answer. A typical clue:
“A major deity in Hinduism, known as the destroyer and transformer” (5)
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