When Bhairava sought instruction from Shiva, the deity directed him to "worship Brahma along with his sharp-pointed speedy-moving sword". Bhairava decapitated the fifth head of Brahma for uttering the falsehood. Vishnu interceded on Brahma's behalf and sought mercy, and the two deities then worshipped Shiva.[thirteen] Penned BY: Nitten Nair Nitten https://www.instagram.com/tantramantraaurvigyaan/