Lord Shiva played an important role in the epic. Both Rama and Ravana were great devote of Shiva. Shiva is part of the great trinity in Hindusim, along with Vishnu and Brahma. Some versions of the epic also describes Hanuman as one of avatar of Shiva. Shiva is a great ascetic, and often sits in meditation. It is believed that he is able to tame the power of other gods, devas, and supernatural beings, and he often grants blessings and wishes to those who sit in dedication meditation ('Tapasya'). His wife is Parvati.