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According to the Shaivism sect, the higher form of Shiva is known as?

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According to the Shaivism sect, the higher or supreme form of Shiva is known as Parashiva (or Paramashiva). Parashiva is considered the absolute, formless, transcendent reality, beyond all attributes and manifestations. It is from Parashiva that all forms, including the manifest aspect known as Sadashiva or Maheshvara, emerge. Parashiva represents the ultimate truth and consciousness in Shaiva philosophy.