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SUMMARY:Katina Pinkama (Katina Ceremony)
DESCRIPTION:The Katina Mangallaya is one of the most revered and meritorious religious ceremonies in Theravada Buddhism. It is held annually following the completion of the three-month rainy season retreat\, known as “Vassana”\, during which Buddhist monks remain in one monastery dedicated to meditation\, study\, and spiritual practice. \nAt the conclusion of this retreat\, lay devotees express their gratitude and respect to the Maha Sangha by offering the “Katina Cheevara (robe)” and other essential requisites. The offering of the Katina robe is a unique privilege that can be performed only once a year and only within the Katina season. Because of its rarity and significance\, it is regarded as one of the highest forms of merit-making in Buddhism. \nThe Katina ceremony is much more than a traditional religious event. It symbolizes the strong bond between the monastic community and lay devotees\, promoting generosity\, unity\, compassion\, and gratitude. Preparations often begin weeks in advance\, with community members coming together to organize religious activities\, decorate the temple premises\, and participate in various acts of service. \nOn the day of the ceremony\, devotees gather in large numbers to take part in religious observances\, including Buddha Poojas\, Dhamma sermons\, meditation programs\, chanting of Pirith\, almsgiving ceremonies\, and the grand Katina robe procession. The atmosphere is filled with devotion and joy as families and community members unite in support of the temple and the preservation of the Buddha’s teachings. \nOur temple is honored to celebrate this sacred occasion and warmly welcomes all devotees to participate in the Katina Mangallaya. Through collective acts of generosity and devotion\, we can strengthen our spiritual lives\, preserve our rich Buddhist heritage\, and share blessings with the entire community. \n“Sabbadānaṃ Dhammadānaṃ Jināti” – The gift of Dhamma surpasses all other gifts.
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SUMMARY:Disaster Relief and Humanitarian Assistance
DESCRIPTION:When any disaster happened to the Srilankan people our chief priest lead to help them with all kind of manner. The 2017\,2020 and 2026 disasters we collected all kind of supportive materials from people and handed over to poor people at their premises with the help from area’s temples.\na) Disable 150 familiy peoples from “Passku attack ” in Katuwapitiya church area of Negombo during year 2017\nb) Home less 200 family peoples from “water storms and cyclone ” in Kalawana area of Rathnapura during year 2020\nc) Home less 200 family peoples from “Ditta water storms and cyclone” in Medirigiriya area in Polonnaruwa during year 2026
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