The Hindu god Shiva is one of the main Deities in Hinduism. He is also known as the destroyer of evil and the transformer within the Trimurti, the Hindu Trinity. Shiva’s family includes his wife (Parvati), who is also known as Shakti (divine feminine energy), and their two sons, Ganesha and Kartikeya. Their sons, Ganesha and Kartikeya, represent different aspects of life and consciousness. Ganesha is represented as the remover of obstacles and the god of new beginnings, He is worshipped before the commencement of any auspicious task. Kartikeya is the god of war, victory, and spiritual wisdom. He is depicted as a young warrior riding a peacock and wielding a spear.