{"id":140647,"date":"2024-08-18T03:45:16","date_gmt":"2024-08-18T03:45:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/websitedesigns.com.au\/elankanew\/?p=140647"},"modified":"2024-08-18T03:45:16","modified_gmt":"2024-08-18T03:45:16","slug":"visit-to-the-natha-devale-kandy-in-preparation-for-the-esala-perahera-by-dr-harold-gunatillake","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/websitedesigns.com.au\/elankanew\/visit-to-the-natha-devale-kandy-in-preparation-for-the-esala-perahera-by-dr-harold-gunatillake\/","title":{"rendered":"Visit to the Natha Devale-Kandy- In  preparation for the Esala Perahera &#8211; By Dr. Harold Gunatillake"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #800000;\"><strong>Visit to the Natha Devale-Kandy- In preparation for the Esala Perahera &#8211; By Dr. Harold Gunatillake<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-77916 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/websitedesigns.com.au\/elankanew\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Harold-Gunethilake.jpg\" alt=\"Harold-Gunethilake\" width=\"115\" height=\"115\" \/><\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/diV1Kc_AvpA?si=DBUAkKbTIz1iX8Hz\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\">Website www.<a style=\"color: #000000;\" href=\"https:\/\/doctorharold.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">doctorharold.com<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 16px; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; color: #000000;\"><em>The term &#8216;Natha&#8217; literally means &#8216;no form&#8217; and\u00a0&#8216;no shape,&#8217; which is closely associated with\u00a0<\/em> <em>the concept of Maitreya, the next Buddha.\u00a0This reflects the philosophical underpinnings\u00a0\u00a0of Natha worship that emphasises the\u00a0transcendence of form and the unity of all\u00a0\u00a0existence.\u00a0<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 16px; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; color: #000000;\">Hello everyone! Welcome back to our channel. Today, we\u2019re taking you on a\u00a0 journey to one of the oldest and most revered shrines in Kandy, Sri Lanka\u2014the\u00a0 Natha Devale. We\u2019ll explore its historical significance, architectural beauty,\u00a0 and the fascinating story of the Natha God. Let\u2019s get started! Let me touch on the historical background.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 16px; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; color: #000000;\">Ancient Origins:\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 16px; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; color: #000000;\">Natha Devale is one of the oldest surviving\u00a0structures in Kandy believed to have been\u00a0built by King Vikramabahu III in the 14<sup>th<\/sup>\u00a0 century. This shrine predates the arrival of\u00a0the Sacred Tooth Relic in Kandy.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 16px; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; color: #000000;\">Now, the Architectural Marvel showcases Dravidian architecture with a\u00a0 unique \u201cedge\u201d style. It features a three-story structure with a dome-shaped\u00a0 roof resembling a stupa.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 16px; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; color: #000000;\">Royal Significance: During the Kingdom of Kandy, Natha Devale played a\u00a0 crucial role in royal ceremonies. The king received his royal name at this\u00a0 shrine, highlighting its importance in establishing royalty1.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 16px; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; color: #000000;\">The Natha God\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 16px; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; color: #000000;\">Mysterious Origins: The worship of God Natha is shrouded in mystery. The\u00a0 name \u2018Natha\u2019 means \u2018no form\u2019 and \u2018no shape,\u2019 often associated with\u00a0 Maitreya, the future Buddha1.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 16px; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; color: #000000;\">Bodhisattva Avalokitesvara: In Sri Lanka, Natha is also linked to\u00a0 Avalokitesvara, the Bodhisattva of Compassion. This connection underscores\u00a0 Natha\u2019s role as a protector and healer3.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 16px; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; color: #000000;\">Cultural Integration: Natha Devale is unique, as Buddhists and Hindus revere\u00a0 it. This shrine is part of the Hatara Devalaya (four main devalayas) in Kandy,\u00a0 alongside Vishnu, Kataragama, and Patini Devalayas.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 16px; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; color: #000000;\">Significant Features of Natha Devale\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 16px; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; color: #000000;\">Stupas and Relics: The Devale complex includes two stupas. One of these stupas is believed to contain\u00a0\u00a0Buddha&#8217;s bowl relic, which was, unfortunately\u00a0broken into by relic hunters in 1889.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 16px; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; color: #000000;\">Sacred Bodhi Tree: The Bodhi tree within the devale premises is a sapling from\u00a0 the Sri Maha Bodhi in Anuradhapura, adding to the shrine\u2019s sacredness. Annual Procession: The Natha Devale procession is a significant part of the\u00a0 annual Esala Perahera, following closely behind the Dalada Perahera,\u00a0 showcasing its prominence in cultural and religious festivities. Conclusion\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 16px; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; color: #000000;\">Natha Devale in Kandy is an architectural marvel and a symbol of cultural\u00a0 and religious harmony. Its historical significance and the intriguing story of the\u00a0 Natha God make it a must-visit for anyone exploring Sri Lanka. Thanks for\u00a0 joining us on this journey! If you enjoyed this video, please like, subscribe, and\u00a0 share it with your friends. Stay tuned for more fascinating stories from around\u00a0 the world!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 16px; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; color: #000000;\">Goodbye for now\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 16px; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; color: #000000;\">Sources:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 16px; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; color: #000000;\">Wikipedia\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 16px; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; color: #000000;\">AmazingLanka\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 16px; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; color: #000000;\">Tibetan Buddhist Encyclopedia\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 16px; font-family: 'comic sans ms', sans-serif; color: #000000;\">Compiled and presented\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 16px; font-family: 'comic sans ms', sans-serif; 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