History - parapura.lk

The Mastermind and the Three Roles

1. A person who, whether knowingly or unknowingly, receives a share allocated to them by a hidden mastermind. 2. A beneficiary who attempts to claim their share when the intermediary…

Dhammika Hettiarachchi May 25, 2025

Childhood Family History

Reflections on Kiribathgoda

I vividly recall a moment from my childhood, around the age of seven or eight, when I fell ill with a fever. My mother, ever diligent in our care, took…

Dhammika Hettiarachchi February 15, 2025

Buddhism Family History

Hidden History & Patriotism: My Journey to Kataragama

It was my father's sacred tradition to visit Kataragama annually with our entire family. Even after his passing, I continued this pilgrimage whenever possible, driven by a deep, personal reason…

Dhammika Hettiarachchi February 14, 2025

Flora and Fauna History Nature

Lost Ancient Animal and Plant Classification in Sri Lanka

The decline of Sri Lanka’s indigenous knowledge systems, particularly in the realm of animal and plant classification, is a critical yet often overlooked consequence of colonial influence. By the time…

Dhammika Hettiarachchi February 13, 2025

Buddhism History Lineage

The Illusion of Creation and Buddhist Legacy

If something can be created, then it is, by its nature, an illusion. A magician, too, presents the hidden as if he has brought it into existence. Buddha stands as…

Dhammika Hettiarachchi February 11, 2025