This diety has both a human-like form in an image and the powerful image of the lingam and the trident.

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Shiva is depicted in both a human-like form and with the symbols of the lingam and trident. The lingam is a phallic shaped symbol that represents male creative energy, while the trident represents Shiva's power to destroy ignorance and illusion. Shiva is also often depicted with multiple arms, a snake around his neck, and a crescent moon on his forehead. Shiva is often depicted in both a human-like form, with blue skin and multiple arms holding various objects, as well as with the powerful symbols of the lingam (representing his creative energy) and the trident (representing his power over destruction and creation). Vishnu is often depicted with a human-like form and various attributes, but not usually with the lingam or trident. Brahma is often depicted with multiple heads and arms, but not with the lingam or trident. Ganesha is often depicted with the head of an elephant and multiple arms holding various objects, but not with the lingam or trident.

This Diety Has Both a Human-Like Form in an Image