Kataragama deviyo
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Kataragama deviyo is a guardian deity of Sri Lanka, considered to be very powerful. Shrines dedicated to Kataragama deviyo are found in many places of the country. Sinhalese Buddhists believe him also as a divine patron of the Buddha Sasana in Sri Lanka.
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When
- Attested period
- 0 – 2020
Relationships
- syncretized with
- Murugan, God Skanda, Skanda
- co occurs with
- Upulvan, Kannagi, Kannaki Amman
Mentioned by
Sources
wikipedia (2)
Source passages
“The main event that is held to pay homage to Kataragama deviyo is the annual Esala Festival held at Kataragama in July or August.”
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“Kataragama deviyo”
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