Uploaded: 25 Jan 2015 (12 years ago) · Shared: 28 Sep 2017
Duration: 17:54
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Discover the captivating early history and sacred traditions of Nepal, where a three-year-old girl is venerated as the living goddess Kumari by both Hindu and Buddhist devotees. This thought-provoking documentary offers a rare, personal glimpse into a unique expression of faith, examining the deep spiritual devotion of the community alongside the poignant human reality experienced by young girls selected for divine worship before reaching adulthood.
For viewers exploring comparative theology, global religious traditions, and diverse expressions of faith—from Christian church heritage and Jewish history rooted in the Torah and Bible to Islamic guidance and spiritual reminders found within Islam and the Quran—this documentary provides profound cultural insights. Explore how ancient customs continue to shape modern identity, family dynamics, and spiritual life in South Asia through this compelling, respectful exploration of sacred tradition and historical legacy.
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Who is the Hindu God?Hindu deities are the gods and goddesses in Hinduism. The terms and epithets for deity within the diverse traditions of Hinduism vary, and include Deva, Devi, Ishvara, Bhagavan and Bhagavati. The deities of Hinduism have evolved from the Vedic era (2nd millennium BCE) through the medieval era (1st millennium CE), regionally within Nepal, India and in southeast Asia, and across Hinduism's diverse traditions. Illustrations of major deities include Vishnu, Sri (Lakshmi), Shiva, Sati, Brahma and Saraswati.
What is Buddhist?Buddhism is the world's fourth-largest religion with over 520 million followers, or over 7% of the global population, known as Buddhists. An Indian religion, Buddhism encompasses a variety of traditions, beliefs and spiritual practices largely based on original teachings attributed to the Buddha and resulting interpreted philosophies. Buddhism originated in Ancient India as a Sramana tradition sometime between the 6th and 4th centuries BCE, spreading through much of Asia. All Buddhist traditions share the goal of overcoming suffering and the cycle of death & rebirth, either by the attainment of Nirvana or through the path of Buddhahood.
