primarily it must be understood that in hinduism the concept of god or goddess is unlike that of monotheistic religions. the gods of most cultures in asia are icons of excellence to be emulated. they are not absoluteles. they may be questioned. each represents a strength of human character. in hinduism there are many beliefs regarding different deities. but in most of them a god is in charge. supreme divine power in hinduism is para brahman as the sole ultimate truth, an entity that exists and gives life to all things which is formless and is referred to as vishnu or narayana, adi parashakti/shakti or durga and shiva or mahadeva among different sects of hinduism. different forms (avatars) of the same entity or supreme brahman is being worshipped depending on the versatile number of traditions and sects within hinduism.