Aryatara Shakya
Aryatara Shakya, a two-and-a-half-year-old girl from Kathmandu, Nepal, has recently been named a 'Kumari', or living goddess, embodying the Hindu goddess Taleju. As a Kumari, she will be revered and isolated, carried by her devotees, and will only leave her home for special rituals and festivals. This role is significant in Nepalese culture, as the Kumari is considered a powerful figure, both by Hindus and Buddhists. Aryatara succeeds the previous Kumari, Trishna Shakya, who had to relinquish her title upon reaching puberty.
Born on Jan 01, 2021 (4 years old)
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Liechtenstein:
Aryatara Shakya, a 2-year-old girl, has been chosen as the new living goddess in Nepal.
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Jamaica:
Aryatara Shakya was chosen as Nepal’s new living goddess during the country’s longest and most significant Hindu festival.
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Aryatara Shakya has been chosen as the new Kumari, a living goddess of Nepal.
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Aryatara Shakya from Kathmandu is two and a half years old and has just been appointed as a goddess.
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