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Sister Inah Canabarro Lucas, a Brazilian nun, has officially been recognized as the world's oldest living person at the remarkable age of 116. Born on May 27, 1908, Sister Inah assumed the title following the passing of Japan's Tomiko Itooka in December 2024.
LongeviQuest, a research group specializing in supercentenarians (people over 100 years old), confirmed Sister Inah's status. Her nephew, Cleber Vieira Canabarro Lucas, expressed the family's pride in her achievement.
Residing in the Santo Enrique de Ossó Shelter in Porto Alegre, Sister Inah has dedicated her life to prayer and service. In a previous interview, she shared that her daily rosary for the world is one of the secrets to her longevity.
Despite some recent health challenges, Sister Inah remains resilient. Her nephew describes her as having "great difficulty speaking" and "very poor vision," but with a spirit determined to live out "the plans that God gave her."
He attributes her long life to her unwavering faith, kindness, good humor, optimism, and determination. Born the second to last of seven children, Sister Inah was once considered frail and unlikely to survive childhood. She defied those expectations, outliving all her siblings.
Sister Inah's life has been one of dedication and passion. As a teaching sister, she imparted knowledge in various subjects, including Portuguese, mathematics, and religion. She is also remembered for her significant contributions to music education, establishing a renowned marching band in Santana do Livramento, where she spent much of her life.
A lifelong fan of the Sport Clube Internacional soccer team, Sister Inah's love for "Inter" reflects her connection to the community and her vibrant spirit.
Having witnessed incredible historical events, including two world wars and the reigns of ten popes, Sister Inah's life is a testament to faith, resilience, and the human spirit's ability to endure and find joy even amidst great change.
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