Shiva Word Search

Illustrated Shiva scene — AI-generated artwork behind this myth's word search puzzle
Illustrated Shiva scene — AI-generated artwork behind this myth's word search puzzle

Shiva, as a word search. 12 words drawn from the gods, heroes, and creatures of a mythology sit hidden in a 15×15 letter grid, running in every direction. Drag across a word to claim it, and clear the board to finish.

Words to find: SHIVA, NATARAJA, LINGAM, TRISHUL, DAMRU, GANGA, KAILASH, PARVATI, VISHNU, BRAHMA, MAHADEV, MAHESH.

There is no timer pressure: take as long as you like, and spend a hint if a word will not surface.

Shiva word list, defined

SHIVA /ʃiːvə/ · noun
In Hinduism, Shiva is one of the principal deities and a member of the Trimurti. He is often depicted as a destroyer of evil and a transformer of the universe. Related: Shankar, Mahesh, Rudra.
LINGAM /lɪŋɡəm/ · noun
A lingam is a symbol in Hinduism representing the divine masculine energy, often depicted as a cylindrical or rounded pillar. It is associated with the god Shiva and is considered a representation of the universe's creative energy. Related: phallus, pillar, symbol.
BRAHMA /ˈbrɑːmə/ · noun
In Hinduism, Brahma is the creator god, one of the principal deities of the Trimurti alongside Vishnu and Shiva. The word also denotes a large domestic chicken of an American breed, typically buff or light-feathered with feathered legs. Related: creator god, deity.

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