This common misconception stems from a limited understanding of Hindu philosophy. Hinduism embraces both monotheistic and polytheistic elements through the concept of Brahman - the one supreme reality.
According to the Bhagavad Gita (10.8), all deities are manifestations of the same divine consciousness. The various gods and goddesses represent different aspects and functions of the supreme being, much like how sunlight appears in different colors through a prism.
Modern scholars classify this philosophical framework as 'panentheistic' - recognizing both the transcendent and immanent nature of divinity. The multiple deities serve as focal points for meditation and worship while maintaining the underlying unity of divine consciousness.
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