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Solitary microcosm in the Himalayas Kathmandu, Nepal

2001 ‧ 42 minutes ‧ English ‧ color ‧ Jump to full details

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Alternate title:Kathmandu, Nepal
Living goddess in Kathmandu
Summary: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. Includes segments on the Kumari selection, the secret preparation rituals, and Kumari-related festivals and ceremonies. Also discusses the relationship between the Kumari and the King.
In English. Streaming video (42 min.)
Contributor:Shimojima, Tooru
Tomita, Isao, 1932-
Provider:Nihon Hōsō Kyōkai
Bayerischer Rundfunk
Telepool GmbH
Tele Images International
Films for the Humanities & Sciences (Firm)
Century:2001-2100
Place of origin – Continent:North America
Place of origin – Country:United States of America
Place of origin – Region:New Jersey
Topical subjects:Kumari (Hindu deity)
Goddesses, Hindu Nepal Kathmandu
Hinduism Nepal Kathmandu Customs and practices
Kathmandu (Nepal) Religious life and customs
Credits:Narrators, Angus Waycott, Elizabeth Handover. Music, Isao Tomita.
Repository:Nonprint Media Services
Browse terms:Religion
Films@UM Browse terms:Religion, Philosophy
Asian Studies
Collection:Films@UM
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