examine identity of godot in waiting for godot

Clearly the identity of Godot could encompass several
possibilities, but the most obvious is that Godot is some kind of deity.  The letters G
- O - D in the name point obviously to this fact, but the question is this:  what kind
of god is Godot?

Most people search and wait for their God
based on faith - they have never seen God but believe completely in his existence. 
Similarly, Vladimir and Estragon are waiting for Godot on faith.  In Act I, they are not
sure they have the right day or the right place, but they wait.  They seem to be hoping
that Godot will provide them with answers or guidance, much as people turn to God for
answers and guidance.

Yet, Godot does not seem to be as
nurturing as many would hope from their own God.  He keeps them waiting for a while,
sending a messenger to tell them they must wait longer.  They feel as if they are
compelled to wait rather than are waiting from their own free will.  Estragon and
Vladimir even muse that if they do not wait, they might be
punished.

Thus, it is difficult to tell what kind of deity
(even to the most simplest question of god or devil) Godot may be.  The uncertainty
surrounding him seems to mimic the uncertainty that society may have towards a god at
all.