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Kandy Perahera rituals end with water-cutting ceremony Source:Dailynews The water-cutting ceremony of the Kandy Esala Perahera was carried out according to ancient rituals at Gatambe water-cutting pier yesterday (31). After completion of the last Randoli Maha Perahera, the Sathara Maha Devala perahera heads to the Gatambe water cutting pier and perform the water cutting festival by sending afloat the Kap trees planted in each of the four devalas at the time the Perahera festival commenced in the Mahaweli river. It is a tradition from the past for the four devala priests and other officials to go to the middle of the Mahaweli River in a boat and carry out the ritual of cutting the water and keeping the water collected in a container until the end of the next year’s Perahera festival. ...

The Nikini Full Moon Poya day – Malsha – eLanka The Nikini Full Moon Poya day, which typically falls in the month of August, holds profound importance for Buddhists worldwide. This special occasion commemorates significant events in Buddhism’s history and spiritual practice. One pivotal moment tied to this day is when Ven. Rahula Thera, the son of Gautama Buddha, attained Arahathship by embracing the Dhamma on a Nikini Poya day. Another pivotal event was the First Convocation of the Buddhist Council, also known as the First Dharma Sangayanawa. This assembly, led by Arahath Maha Kassapa Thera, took place three months after the Buddha’s Parinibbana, or his passing into Nirvana. It involved five hundred great Arahats and was held in the Sapthaparni cave in Rajagaha Nuwara. This gathering was aimed at safeguarding the Noble Dhamma for future generations. Nikini Poya day is a unique opportunity for bhikkhus who were unable to ...

Aug 29, 2023 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles, Malsha Madhuhansi Tagged Buddhism's history, Buddhists in Sri Lanka, First Dharma Sangayanawa, Kandy Esala Perahera, Rajagaha Nuwara, The Nikini Full Moon Poya day, Vas season

Reporting from the spot at Kandy – By L.B.Senaratne The Cynosure of the first Kumbala Perahera was “Indi-Raja” flanked by Myan Raja and “Kamdula ” ( from Kelaniya Raja Maha Vihare ) in the ancient ritual of the Kandy Esala Ritual, which had 59 elephants and 15 of them were tuskers from the Sri Dalada Maligawa Tusker stables comencing from the 21st August 2023. It will continue till the 31st August and ends with the water cutting ceremony. The first Perhera which is termed “Kumbal” is the first of the series running for 12 days commencing at 7.10 in the night and running till around 11 p,m The ritual beginings with the sounding of a Cannon Boom from an ancient cannon, when the other Perahera’s from the Devales ( abode of three Gods, Sri Maha Vishnu, Natha, Kataragama and Goddess Pathini alligns itself to follow the Sri Dalda Maligawa Perhera which ...

Aug 23, 2023 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles Tagged Buddha, Indi-Raja, Kandy Esala Perahera, Kandy Esala Ritual, Kandyan Kingdom, Kelaniya Raja Maha Vihare, Kumbala Perahera, Miyan Raja, Pradeep Nilanga Dela, Sri Dalda Maligawa Perhera

Month Of August – By Malsha – eLanka August is the eighth month of the Gregorian calendar, which is the calendar used by most of the world today. It has 31 days and is known for being a summer month in the Northern Hemisphere and a winter month in the Southern Hemisphere. The name “August” was derived from the Latin word “Augustus,” which means “majestic” or “venerable,” and it was named after the first Roman emperor, Augustus Caesar. Various holidays and observances are celebrated during August in different countries, but some well-known ones include: International Youth Day (August 12) Independence Day in several countries, such as India (August 15) and Indonesia (August 17). Assumption of Mary (August 15) – a Christian feast day. World Humanitarian Day (August 19) National Dog Day (August 26) August is also associated with summer vacations and back-to-school preparations in many parts of the world. Keep ...

Aug 1, 2023 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles, Malsha Madhuhansi Tagged August, eighth month of the year, International Left Handers Day, International Youth Day, Kandy Esala Perahera, Nikini Poya, World Humanitarian Day

Kandy Esala Perahera Festival 2023 Source : Qld Sri Lankan Newsletter – Dæhæna – August 2023 Kandy Esala Perahera is a historical procession held annually to pay homage to the Sacred Tooth Relic of the Buddha, which is housed at the Sri Dalada Maligawa in Kandy. A unique symbol of Sri Lanka, the procession consists of traditional local dances such as fire dances and performances in whip-dance garments. The festival ends with the traditional Diya-kepeema ritual, a water cutting ceremony which is held at the Mahaweli River at Getambe, Kandy ...

Aug 1, 2023 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles Tagged Getambe, Kandy Esala Perahera, Mahaweli River, Sri Dalada Maligawa in Kandy, Tooth Relic of the Buddha

eLanka Newsletter – 26th July 2023 – 8th Edition Sri Lankans in Australia Click here or on the image below to read this week’s elanka Newsletter Christmas in July organised by Shanali Gomes For Old Girls of Ladies College, Colombo and friends Sri Lanka Lions Sports Club – NSW SEEKING FOR NEW PLAYERS How does salt affect your health? – By Dr Harold Gunatillake Poem on the Meaning of Life – By Ivor Novello Nightmarish Travels and Travails during Covid – By GEORGE BRAINE Successful Sri Lanka Tourism Networking Events held in Perth, Sydney and Melbourne, led by Hon. Harin Fernando, Minister of Tourism and Lands ICC Men’s CWC Trophy at the MCG for global journey – By SNNI Global, Melbourne, The Splendor of Kandy Esala Perahera: Sri Lanka’s Magnificent Festival of Light-eLanka-by Kalani Bradby Shield: Trinity College pull off stunning win over Royal College Against The Modernist Grain: Polyandry ...

Jul 26, 2023 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles, eLanka Newsletters Tagged eLanka Newsletter, George Braine, Hon. Harin Fernando, Kandy Esala Perahera, Susil Premalal, Taliya Ariana Peiris

The Splendor of Kandy Esala Perahera: Sri Lanka’s Magnificent Festival of Light-eLanka-by Kalani Immerse yourself in the cultural extravaganza of Sri Lanka’s grandest festival, the Kandy Esala Perahera. Held annually in the city of Kandy, this enchanting procession is a celebration of tradition, spirituality, and history. Lasting for several nights, the Kandy Esala Perahera is a vibrant display of elaborate costumes, mesmerizing dances, resplendent elephants, and the flickering glow of countless oil lamps. With a history that spans centuries, this festival holds deep significance for Sri Lankan Buddhists and captivates visitors from all around the world. The origins of the Kandy Esala Perahera can be traced back to the reign of Sri Lanka’s ancient kings, with its roots firmly embedded in Buddhism. The procession was initially performed to request blessings from the gods for bountiful rain during the dry season. Over time, the procession evolved into a grand religious ...

Jul 24, 2023 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles Tagged Esala season, Kandy Esala Perahera, Kap Situveema, Randoli Perahera, Sri Dalada Maligawa

Kandy Esala Perahera artistes may go into bio-bubble – Diyawadana Nilame-by Asela KURULUWANSA Source:Dailynews Diyawadana Nilame Pradeep Nilanga Dela says all the artistes participating in the Kandy Esala Perahera this year may go into a bio-bubble, if health authorities recommend it. He said a decision in this regard will be taken in the near future. However, the Diyawadana Nilame said all artistes slated to take part in the Kandy Esala Perahera have already been vaccinated against COVID-19. He also said that all arrangements have been made to hold the Perahera successfully, in keeping with ancient customs. He said the relevant decisions to ensure the safety of the artistes as well as the public will be taken on the advice of health authorities. ...

Jul 17, 2021 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles Tagged Kandy Esala Perahera, Pradeep Nilanga Dela

Professor Ashley Halpe, the great humanitarian I knew – II – By Rohana R. Wasala Although I could have enrolled for the external degree programme as a private candidate without revealing my job on the strength of my results the GCE AL exam alone, which I did after completing my training and after being posted to a school, I did so as a specialist trained secondary school teacher (At that time, trained teachers had to have only two passes at the AL in addition to their training certificate to register for an external degree programme). The reason for this was the prevalent belief among teachers that the ‘trained graduate’ status improved a teacher’s prospects for career advancement. Now, I realized that doing English Special (Honours) was not as easy as doing the GAQ, which I did through self-study with the assistance of my friends as described above. Their help turned me into a de facto ...

Jun 30, 2021 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles Tagged diya kaepum perahera, Kandy Esala Perahera, Professor Ashley Halpe, Sarasavi Uyana station

Kandy Esala Perahera – By Donald Gunatillake Source: Dæhæna – Monthly e-Newsletter Months of July and August are special in Sri Lanka, as many Perahe-ras or processions are held in various parts of the country. Out of all these the Kandy Esala Perahera is the most beautiful and spectacular Festival. This year too, the Perahera has been scheduled to be held from 25th of July to 3rd of August 2020. The original version of the Kandy Perahera which was known as Dalada Perahera was held at different cities as the seat of government was moved from place to place with the Tooth Relic. It was in the sixteenth century the Tooth Relic was ceremoni-ally installed in Kandy. According to the historical records, this will be the 1710th Perahera, and hence Kandy Esala Perahera is undoubtedly one of the oldest religious and cultural pag-eants held in the World. Since Prince Danta and Princess ...

Jul 4, 2020 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles Tagged Kandy Esala Perahera, Mahaweli River at Gatambe Comments 0