ICSES 2018: Recent submissions

  • A study of the significance of Yoga philosophy for the progress of individual life 
    Kumara, M.M.S. (International Conference on Sanskrit and Eastern Studies, 2018 Department of Sanskrit and Eastern Studies, Faculty of Humanities, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2018)
    Yoga philosophy is the prominent system among the Shad darshana or six fold philosophies of ancient India. Yoga philosophy which came down from the pre – historical period was written by the Seer Patañjali in the 2nd century ...
  • India's new relationship with Sri Lanka through Yoga 
    Wijesooriya, G.H.L.H. (International Conference on Sanskrit and Eastern Studies, 2018 Department of Sanskrit and Eastern Studies, Faculty of Humanities, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2018)
    The word "Yoga" has its origins in the ancient Sanskrit language and means "to attach, join, harness, yoke". Yoga achieves the spiritual development of a human being. Yoga first appeared in ancient text such as the sacred ...
  • Sleep; A concept from Sanskrit literature for healthy person 
    Samaradiwakara, S.W.M.I.U.K.; Silva, P.A.S.N.; Wimalasiri, Y.S.G. (International Conference on Sanskrit and Eastern Studies, 2018 Department of Sanskrit and Eastern Studies, Faculty of Humanities, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2018)
    Sleep is an important part of a daily routine and it is a vital indicator of overall health. It is one of the trayoupasthambha; three pillars on which a person’s health is firmly balanced and it is a complex and dynamic ...
  • Sadvritta to achieve goals of health- A Review 
    Wimalasiri, Y.S.G.; Ven. Walapane Gnanasena Thero (International Conference on Sanskrit and Eastern Studies, 2018 Department of Sanskrit and Eastern Studies, Faculty of Humanities, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2018)
    World health organization defines healthy individual as complete physical, mental & social well-being but it is not merely absence of disease or infirmity. In Ayurveda it describes physical, mental, spiritual & social ...
  • A case study of the people and their life styles of “Tsunami Village” in Tangalle according to Vāstuvidyā Theories 
    Govinda, S. (International Conference on Sanskrit and Eastern Studies, 2018 Department of Sanskrit and Eastern Studies, Faculty of Humanities, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2018)
    The Tsunami village is located in Tangalle, Southern Province since 2005. This village had donated by non-government organization to Sri Lankan government. The refugees had been re-located by the Sri Lankan government. ...
  • A Study on Inch the Method of "Unit" Measurement in Sanskrit Architecture 
    Ven. Dhammadhaja, P. (International Conference on Sanskrit and Eastern Studies, 2018 Department of Sanskrit and Eastern Studies, Faculty of Humanities, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2018)
    Eastern Sanskrit architecture is accepted as a comprehensive science in the field of construction. As a result, it has been in existence uninterruptedly for a long time. Sanskrit can be considered as a main source of ...
  • An Investigation on Holy Circular House (Chakaghara) 
    Ven. Wimalakhanthi, G.; Ven.Indananda, W. (International Conference on Sanskrit and Eastern Studies, 2018 Department of Sanskrit and Eastern Studies, Faculty of Humanities, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2018)
    The ancient monastery complexes such as Hattikuchchi, Vijayaramaya, and Abhayagiriya contain some peculiar buildings. They are normally circular, rectangular or ellipsoidal shapes. These buildings were erected with a special ...
  • Rāma’s Character as the Guardian God of Sri Lankan People according to the Historical Legends in Sri Lanka 
    Ven. Piyarathana, M.; Ven. Dhammadhaja, E. (International Conference on Sanskrit and Eastern Studies, 2018 Department of Sanskrit and Eastern Studies, Faculty of Humanities, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2018)
    The main objective of this research paper is to examine how Rāma influenced and inspired the people of Sri Lanka to absorb a great many elements of the Indian cultural heritage. At the same time, it will examine how the ...
  • A study of the existence of the concept of “Dhamma Dhāthu” in Sri Lanka through Epigraphy and literary sources 
    Ven. Pitabeddara WimalasudheeraThero (International Conference on Sanskrit and Eastern Studies, 2018 Department of Sanskrit and Eastern Studies, Faculty of Humanities, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2018)
    Epigraphy and sources provide clear the evidence that basic Theravāda Buddhist concepts have been affected by Mahāyāna Buddhism. This may be due to the fact that Sri Lanka is situated in a strategic place in the Indian ...
  • Sri Lankan Sanskrit Literature which Revived after the Colonial Era 
    Ven. Dhammaruchi, G. (International Conference on Sanskrit and Eastern Studies, 2018 Department of Sanskrit and Eastern Studies, Faculty of Humanities, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2018)
    Polonnaruwa Era can obviously be concerned as the climax of Sri Lankan Sanskrit literature .Venerable Sariputta Sangharāja thero made a commendable contribution towards the upgrade of Sanskrit literature. Surprisingly, ...
  • A study on the similarities between the teachings of Buddhism and Jainism 
    Kalawane Sumangala Thero (International Conference on Sanskrit and Eastern Studies, 2018 Department of Sanskrit and Eastern Studies, Faculty of Humanities, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2018)
    Two main traditions that were in quest for liberation in the history of Indian philosophy were Brahma tradition and Śramaṇa tradition. By 6th century B.C. six Gurukulas operated in Śramaṇa tradition. The leaders of theses ...
  • Stupa Worship: An Investigation on Tiriyāyi and Kuccaveli Sanskrit Inscriptions 
    Ven. Sumanasiri, H. (International Conference on Sanskrit and Eastern Studies, 2018 Department of Sanskrit and Eastern Studies, Faculty of Humanities, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2018)
    Stupa worship goes back to the 6th century B.C. The information is about to be written in 3rd century B.C in Ceylon. B.C from one onwards, the influence of the Mahāyāna teachings occurred in this country and as a result, ...
  • A Study conducted on the Principles of Good Governance, under the light of Buddhist Political Philosophy 
    Bandara, W.M.S.C. (International Conference on Sanskrit and Eastern Studies, 2018 Department of Sanskrit and Eastern Studies, Faculty of Humanities, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2018)
    During the era, before the philosophy of Buddha, based on his teachings was made known publicly, on the above concerns, the social systems of the Northern and Eastern part was divided into four main areas. One of them was ...
  • Modern Approaches in Sanskrit Studies (With Special Reference to the 17th World Sanskrit Conference) 
    Ven. Indananda, W.; Ven. Wimalakhanthi, G. (International Conference on Sanskrit and Eastern Studies, 2018 Department of Sanskrit and Eastern Studies, Faculty of Humanities, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2018)
    The objective of this paper is reveal the modern tendencies of Sanskrit Studies as experienced at the 17th World Sanskrit Conference (WSC) held at the University of British Columbia, Canada on July 09 – 13, 2018. Combination ...
  • The Trikāya Concept as a Primary Aspiration of Mahāyāna 
    Ven. Dhammadinna, G. (International Conference on Sanskrit and Eastern Studies, 2018 Department of Sanskrit and Eastern Studies, Faculty of Humanities, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2018)
    Mahāyāna as a great vehicle is one of the two main existing schools of Buddhism a term for classification of Buddhist philosophies and practices. Mahāyāna is the larger of two major tradition of Buddhism existing today, ...
  • A balanced study on Mahāyāna Bodhisattva concept and Theravāda Bodhisattva concept 
    Wijethilaka, M.A.I.U. (International Conference on Sanskrit and Eastern Studies, 2018 Department of Sanskrit and Eastern Studies, Faculty of Humanities, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2018)
    Mahāyāna tradition can be considered a philosophical tradition of Buddhist doctrine. It is believed that the Mahāyāna tradition evolved from the fourth dhamma Sangāyanā in the era of king Kaniṣka. However, many doubts ...
  • The store consciousness 'ālaya viññāṇa' and it's relation to early Buddhism. (With reference to Ārya Lankāvatāra sūtra) 
    Ven. Narada, P. (International Conference on Sanskrit and Eastern Studies, 2018 Department of Sanskrit and Eastern Studies, Faculty of Humanities, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2018)
    Glancing back at the Buddhist history it is evident that the early Buddhist teachings developed in a more descriptive and logical manner. As a result four great Buddhist philosophical traditions were born; Sarvāstivada, ...
  • The Miracles in the Biography of the Buddha found in Mahāyāna Sūtra Literature: a Comparative Study Based on Saddharmapuṇḍarīka Sūtra and Theravada Teachings 
    Ven. Dhammanisanthi, E.; Ven. Sumanatissa, P. (International Conference on Sanskrit and Eastern Studies, 2018 Department of Sanskrit and Eastern Studies, Faculty of Humanities, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2018)
    The Theravada teachings about the Buddha are totally different to that of the Mahayana teachings. There are different descriptions about the hyper humanistic qualities, miracles and eternity of the Buddha. The present study ...
  • Saḍ Pāramitā in Sang HyangKamahayanan 
    Ven. Tri Saputra Medhācitto (International Conference on Sanskrit and Eastern Studies, 2018 Department of Sanskrit and Eastern Studies, Faculty of Humanities, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2018)
    This paper examines the concept of Saḍ Pāramitā in Mahāyāna Buddhism which is expounded in Old Javanese Text of Sang Hyang Kamahayanan. Saḍ Pāramitā or Six Perfections are the important teachings since Mahāyāna Buddhist ...
  • A Comparative study on the Buddhist Concept of Emptiness 
    Ven.Rathanawansha, K. (International Conference on Sanskrit and Eastern Studies, 2018 Department of Sanskrit and Eastern Studies, Faculty of Humanities, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2018)
    The concept of Emptiness is recognized as the central philosophy of Early Mahāyāna particularly, in Mādhyamaka school of Buddhism. Nonetheless, this concept of emptiness or sun̄n̄atā exists in both early Buddhist teachings ...

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