Ravi is a devotee of Shiva. He even had a Lingam constructed in his village. He believes that Shiva is the supreme god.
Which of the following statements about Ravi could be true?
A
Ravi is a Bhagwata.
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B
Ravi is a Shaiva.
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C
Ravi is an Alvar.
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D
Ravi is a Nayanar.
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Solution
The correct option is B Ravi is a Shaiva. Ravi is a Shaiva. Shaivas believed that worship of Shiva was the only way to salvation. Same story, different god. Shaivas too built shrines with Lingam or the phallic representation of God. Gudimallam has one of the earliest Shiva temples.