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According to one legend, Shiva and Parvati were once playing as monkeys when Parvati became pregnant. Shiva then transferred this pregnancy to Anjana, who had been performing penance to have a child. Thus, Anjana gave birth to Hanuman, who is considered to be an embodiment of Shiva.