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The Buddhist perspective of fanaticism
Terms like craziness, fanaticism, unconsciousness, and madness are terms that we are familiar with. The mind, left untended, can succumb to various ailments, ranging from minor disturbances to severe afflictions. Fanaticism, in particular,…
Sign of Universal Compassion
"Whenever I interact with someone,
May I view myself as the lowest amongst all,
And, from the very depths of my heart,
Respectfully hold others as superior".
The first verse pointed to the need to cultivate the thought of regarding…
Unveiling the Ashokan Pillar- Strengthening Millennia-Old Indo-Lanka Relations
On the auspicious day of January 28th, a significant event unfolded at the serene Waskaduwe Temple in Sri Lanka, as the foundation stone for an Ashoka Pillar was ceremoniously laid. The ceremony witnessed the esteemed presence of notable…
Finding joy in beauty is not a sin
Defining aesthetics remains a challenging endeavour, with scholars throughout history offering varied interpretations. According to the esteemed Greek philosopher Plato, aesthetics is synonymous with beneficial happiness. He posits that…
The Shameless Crows: Unmasking the Black Marketers
Buddhism, a progressive philosophy expounded by a human is dedicated to elevating human spirituality and fostering harmonious societal interactions. At its core is the noble objective encapsulated in 'Sabbe Saththa Bhavanthu Sukhithaththa'-…
Today is Duruthu Full Moon Poya Day!
This poya day is celebrated on the first full moon in January. This is a key religious and historic date in the calendar for Sri Lankans as it marks Gautama Buddha’s first visit to Sri Lanka in the ninth month after attaining Enlightenment.…
Yathiwara Asa – Most Ven. Professor Pallekande Ratanasara Anunayake Thero
In a recent interview on the Sathipattana YouTube channel, Yathiwara Esa engaged in a profound discussion with Venerable Pallekande Ratanasara Thero from the Vajiravansa sect of the Amarapura Chapter.
Q: What factors contribute to the…
The Wise Ship that Crossed the Ocean of Dhamma
The Anu Nayaka Thero of the Asgiri Siyam Chapter Most Venerable Venderuwe Sri Upali
His Holiness the Dalai Lama’s 88th Birthday is Magnificently Celebrated in Sri Lanka
The 88th anniversary of the birth of His Holiness the Dalai Lama, the revered spiritual leader of the Tibetan people, embodiment of compassion, Nobel Peace Prize laureate, and a figure esteemed globally, was commemorated on July 6, 2023.…
