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The Swarna Hansa Jataka, or the Golden Swan Jataka (Jataka No. 136), is a well-known story from the collection of Jataka tales, which recount the previous births of the Buddha. These tales are preserved in the Khuddaka Nikāya of the Pāli…

In the vast and vibrant tapestry of ancient Indian thought, a profound and unifying thread weaves its way through diverse philosophical systems: the unwavering emphasis on compassion, a deep-seated empathy that extends beyond the self to…

The Most Venerable Dr. Pallegama Hemarathana Thero received an honorary doctorate today from the Venerable Wangchuk Dorjee Negi Thero, Vice Chancellor of the Central Institute of Tibetan Higher Studies in Sarnath, India, during an event…

In the vast and vibrant tapestry of ancient Indian thought, a profound and unifying thread weaves its way through diverse philosophical systems: the unwavering emphasis on compassion—a deep-seated empathy that extends beyond the self to…

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…

This is Satipatthāna magazine's literary dedication to the Most Ven. Kandegoda Wimaladhammabhidhana Thero, Senior Professor in the Faculty of Philosophy at Kelaniya University and the Anunayaka of the Ambagahapitiya sector of the Sri Lanka…

Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte, Sri Lanka - In an increasingly interconnected world, the value of multilingualism is often extolled for its practical benefits in trade and diplomacy. However, the significance of learning certain languages…

The nineteenth century was drawing to a close. The vast land of India was bound by invisible chains called caste. While those born into upper castes lived in comfort and abundance, the lives of those born into lower castes were shrouded in…

The air in Nagadipa hung thick with tension. A low rumble, not of thunder but of discontent, vibrated through the island. Two Naga kings—Mahodara, proud and established, and his nephew Chulodara, ambitious and fiery—stood poised on the…

A tourist visiting the ancient ruins of Anuradhapura often wonders about the lifestyle of the people in ancient Sri Lanka. As the capital for many centuries, Anuradhapura was the political and spiritual center of the kingdom. However, the…