Lord Shiva (Mahadev) and Family
This is a beautiful, traditional painting of Lord Shiva's divine family , often called the Shiva Parivar . Here's a breakdown of who is who in the image you shared: 🔱 Back Row (Left to Right): Lord Shiva The blue-skinned deity with a crescent moon in his hair, holding a trident ( Trishula ), snake around his neck, and ash smeared on his forehead (Tripundra). Symbolizes transformation and asceticism. Goddess Parvati Seated beside Shiva, adorned in gold and yellow, representing beauty, love, fertility, and devotion. She is the divine mother and nurturing force in the cosmos. 👦🏽 Middle Row (Left to Right): Lord Kartikeya (also known as Skanda or Murugan) Seen next to Lord Shiva, holding a spear (vel) , often depicted as a youthful warrior prince. He rides a peacock in many depictions and is the god of war and victory. Ashokasundari (rarely depicted) The girl between Ganesha and Parvati in this painting may represent Ashokasundari , a daughter ...