Syncretic deity combining Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva (the Trimurti). Son of the sage Atri and Anasuya. Teacher of yoga, tantra, and Advaita. Worshipped particularly in Maharashtra, Karnataka, and Gujarat as the supreme guru. Represents the unity of the three primary deities.
Three-faced (Brahma, Vishnu, Shiva), six-armed holding shankha, chakra, trishula, damaru, kamandalu, lotus. Accompanied by four dogs and a cow. Often shown in yogic posture.