Sellipi: The Timeless Art of Sri Lankan Script – By Nadeeka – eLanka Sri Lanka, a land rich in culture and heritage, boasts a number of artistic and historical traditions that have stood the test of time. One such tradition is the art of Sellipi, the beautiful script that has played a pivotal role in shaping the island’s history, literature, and cultural identity. Sellipi refers to the Sinhala alphabet, which has evolved over centuries and is used to write the Sinhala language, the primary language spoken by the Sinhalese people of Sri Lanka. It is much more than a system of writing; it is a symbol of Sri Lankan identity, culture, and history. The Origins of Sellipi The origins of Sellipi date back over 2,000 years. The script itself is part of the Brahmic family of scripts, which were brought to the island through trade and the spread of Buddhism ...
Sep 14, 2024
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