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Emotions cause fluctuations in the mind, creating highs and lows. The term "emotion" originates from the French word émouvoir. Various definitions exist for emotions. Emotions refer to, agitation of the mind, an unstructured…

Approach Crime can be defined as the violation of established laws and engaging in actions that contravene legal standards. Although the term "crime" is commonly used in both legal contexts and everyday life, providing a precise and…

“Don't accumulate if you do not need. The excess of wealth in your hands is for the society, and you are the trustee for the same.” Mahavira

Dhammakirthi-II Thero, who lived during the Gampola Kingdom, authored Saddharmālankāra, a work consisting of 24 chapters, each containing five stories. The first story in the 13th chapter is titled ‘Āraŋŋaka Abhaya Stavira Vastu’. This…

Buddhism acknowledges the concept of Karma, but it does not adhere to the belief in Karmavāda, as seen in other religions. The understanding of Karma in Buddhism is unique and is approached from psychological, ethical, and sociological…

The Sacred Tooth Relic is not only the identity of Sri Lanka but also an integral part of its citizens' lives. History bears witness to how the people of Sri Lanka have embraced various cultural and religious activities centered around the…

Bhava Chakra and Tibetan Buddhism Professor Anuradha Mahasinghe At a certain point in history, there emerged signs indicating that numerous religious doctrines worldwide were becoming confined within the walls of scholarly discourse.…

Maha Guru Padmasambhava and Bodhisattva Deity Tara arrived in Sri Lanka for 90th Birthday of His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama Semkay Ling, the Pali and Sanskrit Cultural Exchange Center is honoured to announce the sacred Ceremony of…

The sacred Piprahwa relics of the Buddha have returned to India after being away for 127 years. The relics, which were taken during the colonial era were recently brought back home following diplomatic and heritage preservation efforts led…

An international conference titled “FUTURE LIFE: Re-examining Rebirth”, a scholarly gathering on Saṃsāra in Buddhist philosophy, was held at the Postgraduate Institute of Pali and Buddhist Studies, University of Kelaniya, with the…