A living goddess in Kathmandu
Description
The Kumari, a flesh-and-blood goddess, is revered by both Hindus and Buddhists in Nepal as a protector of the land and defender of all living beings. This program traces the mythological underpinnings of the Kumari and presents the living tradition of Kumari worship, including the Kumari selection, the secret preparation rituals, and Kumari-related festivals and ceremonies. It also discusses the relationship between the Kumari and the king.
Runtime
53 min
Series
Subjects
- Human geography (324)
- Religious life and customs (46)
- Cultural geography (235)
- Rites and ceremonies (224)
- Physical geography (411)
- Social ecology (250)
- Human ecology (350)
Geography
Genre
Date of Publication
[2006], c2002
Database
Films on Demand
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