Lord Shiva is often seen in deep meditation. He is the ultimate ascetic and the master of time. His third eye is a symbol of his all-seeing nature, and his trident (trishul) represents his control over the three forces of creation, preservation, and destruction. The Shivling is an abstract representation of Shiva, and one of the most common symbols associated with him, representing his infinite nature.Lord Shiva is often seen in deep meditation. He is the ultimate ascetic and the master of time. His third eye is a symbol of his all-seeing nature, and his trident (trishul) represents his control over the three forces of creation, preservation, and destruction. The Shivling is an abstract representation of Shiva, and one of the most common symbols associated with him, representing his infinite nature.