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Sri Lanka’s Supreme Court Grants Historic Recognition to Bhikkhunis, Affirming Equal Status with MonksThe Buddhist Channel, 29 June 2025Colombo, Sri Lanka -- In a historic move, Sri Lanka’s Supreme Court has finally granted full recognition to Buddhist nuns - known as bhikkhunis - declaring them equal to male monks. This landmark decision is a major step forward for gender equality in Theravada Buddhism, a tradition where women have long fought for equal standing. more…
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Reviving Sri Lanka's Buddhist Legacy in a Technological EraOp-Ed, The Buddhist Channel, 23 February 2025Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia -- Sri Lanka, once a beacon of Buddhist civilization in Asia, now finds itself navigating the complex terrain between preserving its spiritual heritage and pursuing economic development. This tension need not be oppositional. Its ancient rulers supported both spiritual and material development by promoting Buddhism while advancing infrastructure. more…
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The Gift of Cheevara in Sri Lanka’s Kathina FestivalThe Buddhist Channel, 18 November 2024Colombo, Sri Lanka -- The Kathina season in Sri Lanka is a deeply cherished time for lay Buddhists and the monastic community alike, marking the culmination of Vassa (the monastic rains retreat) and the traditional offering of the cheevara (robe) to monks. more…
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Maligawila Buddha Statue, Ancient Sri Lankan Art and DevotionThe Buddhist Channel, 20 June 2024Colombo, Sri Lanka -- The Maligawila Buddha statue, standing majestically in Sri Lanka's Moneragala District, is a symbol of ancient Buddhist artistry and religious devotion. more…
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China blocking Dalai Lama's Sri Lanka visit, says top Buddhist leaderBy Sidhant Sibal, WION, Apr 5, 2024New Delhi, India -- A top Sri Lankan Buddhist leader has said that China has been blocking the visit of Tibetan Buddhist Spiritual leader, Dalai Lama to the country. Ven. Dr Waskaduwe Mahindawansa made the comments in an exclusive interview with our diplomatic correspondent Sidhant Sibal in Delhi. more…
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