God Kataragama
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God Kataragama is a deity who gave blessings and guidance to king Dutugemunu to undertake his expedition against king Elara. After his victory, king Dutugemunu built the temple and dedicated it to God Kataragama. The goddess Thevani is his divine consort.
When
- First attested
- 160 BCE
- Attested period
- -160 – 2020
- Historical notes
- Temple built around 160 B.C.
Relationships
- co occurs with
- God Vishnu, God Ganesha
- consort of
- goddess Thevani
Sources
wikipedia (1)
Source passages
“It is said that king Dutugemunu had obtained the blessings and guidance of God Kataragama to undertake his expedition against king Elara. After his victory, king Dutugemunu build the temple and dedicated it to God Kataragama.”
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