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Ardhanarishvara is a composite form of the god Shiva and his consort, Parvati. The right half of this deity is male (Shiva), adorned with serpents and ashes. The left half is female (Parvati), adorned with silk and jewelry. Iconographically, this figure is a direct visual pun on the "ladyboy" aesthetic: one body holding both cosmic genders simultaneously.

: This relates to the concept of kathoey (commonly called "ladyboys" by foreigners) within Buddhism . In this context, some Buddhist interpretations view gender variance as a result of past-life actions, sometimes even viewing kathoey as a legitimate or sacred "third gender". ladyboy god

: While not a "ladyboy" in a modern sense, the Thai interpretation of Hindu deities often includes a fluidity of form. In modern Thai spiritual practice, certain shrines are specifically popular within the Kathoey (ladyboy) community , seeking blessings for beauty and social acceptance. Ardhanarishvara : A composite form of the Hindu deities Shiva and Parvati Ardhanarishvara is a composite form of the god