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Vocabulary Entry
shiva
|noun • verb
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N
noun
In Hinduism, Shiva is one of the principal deities, known as the destroyer and transformer.
Example Sentences
"Shiva is often worshipped in the form of a Lingam."
"People celebrate Maha Shivaratri to honor the god Shiva."
"In some traditions, Shiva is depicted with a third eye."
V
verb
To shiva means to perform or engage in a dance or ritual worship associated with Shiva.
Example Sentences
"They decided to shiva together during the festival."
"The dancers will shiva as part of the celebration."
"In ancient texts, people would shiva to seek blessings from Shiva."