A two-year-old girl is chosen as Nepal’s new living goddess
A toddler crowned a goddess—meet Nepal’s youngest Kumari, a living deity revered by millions.
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Aryatara Shakya, age 2 years 8 months, chosen as new Kumari
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Former Kumari leaves role after puberty
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Girls selected age 2–4, must show flawless looks and courage
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Seen as living goddess, paraded in festivals, blesses devotees
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At just two years and eight months old, Aryatara Shakya was chosen to serve as the new Kumari, succeeding the former one who stepped down when she reached adolescence.
Both Hindus and Buddhists honor the Kumari as a living goddess. Girls are usually picked between ages two and four, meeting strict requirements like perfect skin, bright eyes, unbroken teeth, and courage. During grand festivals, she is paraded through the city in a chariot, dressed in red and marked with a painted third eye. Followers approach her with deep reverence, bowing their heads to her feet in hopes of receiving blessings — the greatest gesture of devotion in Nepal.
Shakya will live in a temple palace for several years, with only rare outings for festivals. Though Kumaris traditionally led a secluded life, recent changes allow them private education, access to television, and a small state pension upon retirement. The new Kumari is expected to bless devotees, including Nepal’s president, on Thursday, the main day of the Dusain festival.
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