the hindu scriptures also say that shiva took twelve forms as jyotirlinga, that is, "a linga of light". in india, there are twelve places where this form of shiva is worshiped. the hindu scriptures also tell about five more forms of lingas. these form of lingas represent the earth, the water, the fire, the air and the sky (or ether). there are five different places in india where hindus worship these forms of shiva. these places are located at the following locations: