By the time of the Puranas (200–1500 CE), the Hindu pantheon took on the familiar forms we recognize today. The concept of ...

Hinduism is over 4,000 years old ... Especially three forms called the Trimurti. Brahma is the creator of the world and all creatures. He is usually shown with four heads. Vishnu is the preserver ...

However, in Hinduism the number means "Trimurti" which represents the three main lords of the religion, Brahma, Vishnu and Mahesh.