IndiaBigShop Shiva is one of the most powerful and important deities in the Hindu faith. Sometimes called Mahadeva or the Great God, he is the Destroyer and Transformer and can take on many forms. In Hindu temples, an embodiment of Shiva is often placed prominently at the altar in a form or avatar known as lingam. It is customary to make offerings or puja to the avatar in order to worship the deity. Hindus often worship Shiva outside of the temple as well by placing statues of the lingam avatar in their homes or places of business. The Black Soapstone Statue of the Hindu God Shiva Lingam Avatar is designed to be a simple, yet beautiful way to pay reverence to the god Shiva and is made especially with traveling in mind. Treat yourself to the finest quality stone statuette to deepen your worship or to give as a gift for any occasion. PERFECT FOR THE HOME ALTAR OR DESKTOP - Compact size lets you easily display the statue anywhere, even on your desk at the office. Shiva is one of the most powerful and important deities in the Hindu faith. Sometimes called Mahadeva or the Great God, he is the Destroyer and Transformer and can take on many forms. In Hindu temples ARTISAN CRAFTSMANSHIP Produced by hand using traditional carving methods by stoneworkers of Agra, North India. The Black Soapstone Statue of the Hindu God Shiva Lingam Avatar is designed to be a simple, yet beautiful way to pay reverence to the god Shiva and is made especially with traveling in mind.