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Book: Hinduism in Five Minutes

Chapter: 32. What does Each God Represent?

DOI: 10.1558/equinox.41699

Blurb:

This chapter begins by acknowledging the enormity of the Hindu pantheon, recognizing that each god or goddess may represent different things to different people. It then discusses four deities that appear to enjoy the largest sectarian followings, that is, Vishnu, Shiva, Devi, and Ganesha, and what they may represent.

Chapter Contributors

  • Thomas Ellis (ellistb@appstate.edu - ellistb) 'Appalachian State University'