Shiva - The Ultimate Truth! Ok! lets start from the known basic facts about Lord Shiva. First of all Lord Shiva is one of the three important Gods of Hindu Pantheon, along with Brahma(The Creator) and Vishnu(The Protector). This is the Hindu trinity where Shiva plays the role of Destroyer. In Hinduism, Universe is thought to regenerate in cycles. Shiva is associated with time, power to end and pave the way for regeneration. Shiva is always seen in a state of meditation, abstaining from all forms of indulgence. He has a crescent on his head which symbolizes that he has a total control over his thoughts. Since moon is associated with thoughts, He has conquered his mind and always has it under control. He is also very kind hearted(கருணை உள்ளம்) who gives varam to any one who asks him and forgives everyone for the mistakes. Unlike other Gods, He has a darker side as leader of evil, thieves, ghosts and vampires. His is a very powerful, mystical and different from most other