Monday, October 19, 2009
Wednesday, September 23, 2009
Academic Staff of Vidyodaya Pirivena
Name: Ven. Dr. Nabirittankadawara Gnanaratana
Designation: Senior Lecturer, Grade I
Head of the Department of Pali and Buddhist Studies Department:
University: University of Kelaniya, Kelaniya, Sri Lanka.
Residential Address: Vidyodaya Pirivena, Maligakanda, Colombo 10, Sri Lanka.
Telephone Number:(Office) +94-011-2-914492(Home) +94-011-2-683448(Mobile)+94-776260796
E-mail: gnanaratana@hotmail.com
Educational Qualification:
1. Ph.D. in Pali and Prakrits, University of Delhi, India, 1999.
2. M.A. in Pali, Buddhist and Pali University, Sri Lanka, 1992.
3. B.A. (First Class Honours) in Pali & Sanskrit, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 1990.
4. Pandita (Pali, Sanskrit & Sinhala), Oriental Studies Society, Ministry Of Education, 1986.
5. Post graduate Diploma in Mass Communication, Buddhist & Pali University, Sri Lanka, 1991.
6. Diploma in Chinese Language, BCIS, 2006.
Administrative Experience:
1. Head, Department of Pali and Buddhist Studies, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2008.
2. Organiser - International conference on Dialogue between Buddhism and Islam, 2008.
3. Chief incumbent of Vanasingha Rajamaha Viharaya (a temple of 1500 years old), Anuradhapura.
University & National Development Activities:
1. Student Counselor - University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2008.
2. Course Coordinator - Diploma Course in Pali & Buddhist Studies for Foreign Students -University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka 2000-2005.
3. Senate Member - Buddhist & Pali University, Sri Lanka, 2004-2006.
4. Controlling Examiner - G.C.E. (A/L) Examination, Department of Examinations, Sri Lanka, 2000-2009.
5. Controlling Examiner - G.C.E. (O/L) Examination, Department Of Examinations, Sri Lanka 2001-2009.
6. Controlling Examiner - Pracheena, Prarambha / Madhya & Pandita Examinations, Department Of Examinations, 1999-2005.
7. Spiritual Instructor - Buddhist Society, Government Press of Sri Lanka, 2004-2009.
8. Member of Disciplinary Board of Mahapola Bhikkhu Educational Institute, Sri Lanka.
9. Incumbent - Vanasingha Rajamaha Viharaya, Galkiriyagama, Anuradhapura. Sri Lanka.
10. Member of Board of Pirivena Text Composition, Ministry of Education, Sri Lanka.
Appointments (Contribution to Teaching & Academic Development):
1. Senior Lecturer Grade I - Deptartment of Pali & Buddhist Studies, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 1999.
2. Visiting Lecturer - Department of Pali & Buddhist Studies, University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka, 2000- 2003.
3. Visiting Lecturer - Postgraduate Institute of Pali & Buddhist Studies, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2002-2008.
4. Visiting Lecturer - Buddhist & Pali University, Sri Lanka, 2003-2004.
International / National Seminar Presentations:
1. International Conference on Buddha Sasana in Theravada Buddhist Countries - Galadhari Hotel, Colombo, Sri Lanka, 2002.
2. National Conference On Buddhist Studies - Mahaveli Auditorium, Colombo, Sri Lanka - May, 2003.
3. Conference of the Sri Lanka Association for Buddhist Studies, Kandy, Asgiriya - November, 2003.
4. Annual Research Symposium, Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Kelaniya - November, 2003 .
5. HIV/ AIDS Prevention Training Programme, Chiang Mai, Thailand - March, 2004.
6. International Seminar on Anti Imperialism, Tehran, Islamic Republic Of Iran - June, 2004 .
7. Imam Khomeini’s Commemoration Speech, Cultural Consulate, Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran, Colombo, 2005.
8. The Role of Monks after European Colonization - Institute of Higher Tibetan Studies, Sarnath, India, 2006.
9. Buddhist Religious Programme, Doha-Qatar, 2006.
10. International Visitor Leadership Programme - State Department of America, May, 2007.
Publications (Researches in English):
1. A Historical Study of Prakrits with Particular Reference to the Jain & Buddhist Scriptures (Ph.D. thesis submitted to the Delhi University), 1999.
2. Remarkable Resemblance of Buddhist and Jain Scriptures, Sri Lanka Association for Buddhist Studies, Asgiriya, Kandy, 2003.
3. Magadhi & Ardhamagadhi, the Center for Buddhist Studies, Colombo 05, Sri Lanka, 2003.
4. A Historical Stratification of Pali Canonical Literature, Annual Research Symposium 2003, Kelaniya University, Sri Lanka.
Publications in Sinhala:
1. Sanskruta Bhashava, Dept. of Education, Srilanka, 1993.
2. Koala’kusala Darsanaya, Published by Padmini, Maharagama, 2002.
3. Gathasattasati, (Trans) Godage Publishers, Colombo 10, 2003.
4. Editor - Vidyodaya Dharma Sastriya Sangrahaya, Vidyodaya Pirivena, Maligakanda, Sri Lanka, 2001-2005.
Articles in Sinhala:
1. Sa Magadhi Mulabhasa, Saragaveshi, University of Peradeniya, 1999.
2. Mapiya Ghatanaye Vipaka Pilibanda Bauddha Vinishcaya, Dayavansa Jayakodi, 2003.
3. Bauddha Rajya Sankalpaya Ha Kosala Samuttaya, Pratibha, 2003.
4. Prkruta Bhasavanhi Samaja -Vidyatmaka Pasubima, Sarada, University of Kelaniya, 2003.
5. Dahaduk Pilibanda Bauddha Viniscaya, Dept of Attorney at Law, Colombo 02, 2003.
6. Hala Viracita Gathasattasatiya Pilibanda Vimarsanayak, Godage Publishers, 2003.
7. Samayantara Sajjhayana Ha Pirith Sajjhayanava, Nivan Maga Government Press, 2004.
8. Vinaya Saha Danduvam, Nivan Maga, Government Press, Colombo, 2004.
9. Sasana Itihasa Varta Samiksava, Sarada, University of Kelaniya, 2004.
10. Jayasuriya Abisamacaraya, Sarada, University of Kelaniya, 2004.
11. Buddha Caritaya Sannivedana Madhayaki, Nivan Maga, Government Press, Colombo, 2004.
12. Samma Ajivaya, YMBA, Colombo 08, 2005.
13. Nirvanaya, Nivan Maga, Government Press, Colombo, 2006.
Designation: Senior Lecturer, Grade I
Head of the Department of Pali and Buddhist Studies Department:
University: University of Kelaniya, Kelaniya, Sri Lanka.
Residential Address: Vidyodaya Pirivena, Maligakanda, Colombo 10, Sri Lanka.
Telephone Number:(Office) +94-011-2-914492(Home) +94-011-2-683448(Mobile)+94-776260796
E-mail: gnanaratana@hotmail.com
Educational Qualification:
1. Ph.D. in Pali and Prakrits, University of Delhi, India, 1999.
2. M.A. in Pali, Buddhist and Pali University, Sri Lanka, 1992.
3. B.A. (First Class Honours) in Pali & Sanskrit, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 1990.
4. Pandita (Pali, Sanskrit & Sinhala), Oriental Studies Society, Ministry Of Education, 1986.
5. Post graduate Diploma in Mass Communication, Buddhist & Pali University, Sri Lanka, 1991.
6. Diploma in Chinese Language, BCIS, 2006.
Administrative Experience:
1. Head, Department of Pali and Buddhist Studies, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2008.
2. Organiser - International conference on Dialogue between Buddhism and Islam, 2008.
3. Chief incumbent of Vanasingha Rajamaha Viharaya (a temple of 1500 years old), Anuradhapura.
University & National Development Activities:
1. Student Counselor - University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2008.
2. Course Coordinator - Diploma Course in Pali & Buddhist Studies for Foreign Students -University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka 2000-2005.
3. Senate Member - Buddhist & Pali University, Sri Lanka, 2004-2006.
4. Controlling Examiner - G.C.E. (A/L) Examination, Department of Examinations, Sri Lanka, 2000-2009.
5. Controlling Examiner - G.C.E. (O/L) Examination, Department Of Examinations, Sri Lanka 2001-2009.
6. Controlling Examiner - Pracheena, Prarambha / Madhya & Pandita Examinations, Department Of Examinations, 1999-2005.
7. Spiritual Instructor - Buddhist Society, Government Press of Sri Lanka, 2004-2009.
8. Member of Disciplinary Board of Mahapola Bhikkhu Educational Institute, Sri Lanka.
9. Incumbent - Vanasingha Rajamaha Viharaya, Galkiriyagama, Anuradhapura. Sri Lanka.
10. Member of Board of Pirivena Text Composition, Ministry of Education, Sri Lanka.
Appointments (Contribution to Teaching & Academic Development):
1. Senior Lecturer Grade I - Deptartment of Pali & Buddhist Studies, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 1999.
2. Visiting Lecturer - Department of Pali & Buddhist Studies, University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka, 2000- 2003.
3. Visiting Lecturer - Postgraduate Institute of Pali & Buddhist Studies, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2002-2008.
4. Visiting Lecturer - Buddhist & Pali University, Sri Lanka, 2003-2004.
International / National Seminar Presentations:
1. International Conference on Buddha Sasana in Theravada Buddhist Countries - Galadhari Hotel, Colombo, Sri Lanka, 2002.
2. National Conference On Buddhist Studies - Mahaveli Auditorium, Colombo, Sri Lanka - May, 2003.
3. Conference of the Sri Lanka Association for Buddhist Studies, Kandy, Asgiriya - November, 2003.
4. Annual Research Symposium, Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Kelaniya - November, 2003 .
5. HIV/ AIDS Prevention Training Programme, Chiang Mai, Thailand - March, 2004.
6. International Seminar on Anti Imperialism, Tehran, Islamic Republic Of Iran - June, 2004 .
7. Imam Khomeini’s Commemoration Speech, Cultural Consulate, Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran, Colombo, 2005.
8. The Role of Monks after European Colonization - Institute of Higher Tibetan Studies, Sarnath, India, 2006.
9. Buddhist Religious Programme, Doha-Qatar, 2006.
10. International Visitor Leadership Programme - State Department of America, May, 2007.
Publications (Researches in English):
1. A Historical Study of Prakrits with Particular Reference to the Jain & Buddhist Scriptures (Ph.D. thesis submitted to the Delhi University), 1999.
2. Remarkable Resemblance of Buddhist and Jain Scriptures, Sri Lanka Association for Buddhist Studies, Asgiriya, Kandy, 2003.
3. Magadhi & Ardhamagadhi, the Center for Buddhist Studies, Colombo 05, Sri Lanka, 2003.
4. A Historical Stratification of Pali Canonical Literature, Annual Research Symposium 2003, Kelaniya University, Sri Lanka.
Publications in Sinhala:
1. Sanskruta Bhashava, Dept. of Education, Srilanka, 1993.
2. Koala’kusala Darsanaya, Published by Padmini, Maharagama, 2002.
3. Gathasattasati, (Trans) Godage Publishers, Colombo 10, 2003.
4. Editor - Vidyodaya Dharma Sastriya Sangrahaya, Vidyodaya Pirivena, Maligakanda, Sri Lanka, 2001-2005.
Articles in Sinhala:
1. Sa Magadhi Mulabhasa, Saragaveshi, University of Peradeniya, 1999.
2. Mapiya Ghatanaye Vipaka Pilibanda Bauddha Vinishcaya, Dayavansa Jayakodi, 2003.
3. Bauddha Rajya Sankalpaya Ha Kosala Samuttaya, Pratibha, 2003.
4. Prkruta Bhasavanhi Samaja -Vidyatmaka Pasubima, Sarada, University of Kelaniya, 2003.
5. Dahaduk Pilibanda Bauddha Viniscaya, Dept of Attorney at Law, Colombo 02, 2003.
6. Hala Viracita Gathasattasatiya Pilibanda Vimarsanayak, Godage Publishers, 2003.
7. Samayantara Sajjhayana Ha Pirith Sajjhayanava, Nivan Maga Government Press, 2004.
8. Vinaya Saha Danduvam, Nivan Maga, Government Press, Colombo, 2004.
9. Sasana Itihasa Varta Samiksava, Sarada, University of Kelaniya, 2004.
10. Jayasuriya Abisamacaraya, Sarada, University of Kelaniya, 2004.
11. Buddha Caritaya Sannivedana Madhayaki, Nivan Maga, Government Press, Colombo, 2004.
12. Samma Ajivaya, YMBA, Colombo 08, 2005.
13. Nirvanaya, Nivan Maga, Government Press, Colombo, 2006.
Tuesday, September 22, 2009
Naveena Vargaya
The papers of Naveena
- Dharmavinaya
- Sinhala Sanhitya
- Sinhala Vyakarana ha Rachana
- Pali Sahitya ha Parivartana
- Sanskrutha Sahitya
- Sanskrutha Vyakarana ha Parivartana
- English
- Mathematics
- Science
Sunday, September 20, 2009
Most ven.Pricipal of Vidyodaya Pirivena Visits....
Last week the Mostven. Nayka Thera of Vidyodaya went to have a visit to Yapahuva purana viharaya and paid homage to the Buddha with ancient memories. Nayaka Thero admired so much about the services of monks who live in those religious places.
Annual Examination- 2009
The final examination will be held on last week of November. The news brings you to prepare for it carefully and be success with best results.
Sunday, June 28, 2009
Comemorating the heads of Vidyodaya Pirivena
All the Principles (parivenadipathi Bhikkhus) in Vidyodaya Pirivena who were dead and gone now were commemorated by the present Parivenadipathi Most Ven. Balangoda Sobhitha Nayaka Thera and all the teachers who are teaching in with present students of pirivena. In this occasion specially was admired the servises of Ven.Hikkaduve Sumangala nayaka thera and Akuratiye amarawansa Nayaka thera who were ruled the pirivena at the first and last.
In this commemorate occasion was held with judge of present Parivenadipathi Nayaka thera. A arms giving was given for about 150 bhikkhus.
In this commemorate occasion was held with judge of present Parivenadipathi Nayaka thera. A arms giving was given for about 150 bhikkhus.
Sunday, April 19, 2009
Subha Aluth Avuruddak Veva
All our students and teachers, we are wishing a happy and prosporous sinhala new year. Vidyodaya will open for studies aging on 2009 April 27 Monday. You all are warmly welcome with great wishes for the new year. Triple Gem bless You all.
Friday, March 20, 2009
Vidyodaya University
The Vidyodaya University emerged in 1958 from the Vidyodaya Pirivena, a distinguished Buddhist center of learning. The Vidyodya Pirivena had been founded due to the efforts of Sangharaja Sri Saranankara whose demise took place as far back as 1778 during the Dutch period. The Venerable Mohottiwatte Gunananda in 1873 immediately after his resounding victory at the Panadura controversy was also a great force in the emergence of the Pirivena. His aim was to train educated orator monks to save Buddhism and for that purpose he made logic compulsory in pirivena education. The Pirivena was situated at Maligakanda, a suburb of Colombo. The Pirivena taught Buddhist studies as well as pseudo-sciences like Astrology, widely accepted and held in high esteem in taditional society. However, the transition from Pirivena to University gradually converted it to a secular center of learning. The University was moved to Gangodawila, some 10 miles south east in 1961. In 1978 the name of the University was changed to University of Sri Jayewardenepura.
Ven. Hikkaduwe Sri Sumangala Nayaka Thera
He was one of the pioneer monks of the Buddhist revivalist movement in the 19th century Sri Lanka. The service rendered by him to the Buddhist Education is unparalleled. He was the founder of Vidyodaya Pirivena Maligakanda.
The Ven. Sri Sumangala was born on 20th January 1827 at Hikkaduwa, in the Galle District. He was the 5th in the family. His Father was Mr. Don Johanis Abeyweera Gunawardhana. The name given to him by birth was Niculas. He received his primary Education from the village's Temple.
At the age of 13 he entered the Sasana at Totagamuwa Temple. From his childhood he was an eloquent speaker, and a very good writer. In 1848 he obtained higher Ordination from the Malwatte Chapter, Kandy.
He was well versed in Sinhala, Pali, Sanskrit, English, Buddhism, History, Arithmetic, and Archaeology. He received his education from Parama Dhamma Cetiya Pirivena Ratmalana, under the guidance of Ven. Walane Sri Siddhartha Maha Thera. The Ven. Ratmalane Dharmaloka Thera was one of his contemporaries. As an erudite monk he has written many books. He was the main source for the success of the Panadura debate held in 1873. It was after reading the report of this debate that Col. Henry Steele Olcott came to Sri Lanka. He learnt Buddhism and Pali under the Ven. Sumangala Thera and together with him the Thera Ven. Hikkaduwa Sri Sumangala established the Ananda College, Colombo (1890), Mahinada College, Galle (1892) and Dharmaraja College, Kandy, for Buddhist Education.
The paper "Lankaloka" was started by Ven. Thera himself and afterwards he assisted in many ways to publish papers like "Sarasavisandaresa" and "Sinhala Bauddhaya". Awarded by many titles he was honoured not only by Sri Lankans but also by the people of Ireland, Italy, Hungeria, and many other countries in the East and the West. He was appointed as the Head of the Sripada (Adam's peak), the holy mountain of Sri Lanka. This Ven. Maha Nayaka Thera, Ven. Sri Sumangala passed way on 29th of April 1911.
Annual Prize giving in 2009
Annually we are holding the celebration to memorize Most ven. Hikkaduve Sri Sumangala Thera who was the first principle and bigginer of our pirivena.In this year also the past students association is organizing the celebration and prize giving. The students who won the prizes and places in last annual exame in 2008 and "Padya Gayana,Vivada Tharanga'' should participate in the prize giving on that day.
First Term Vacation in Vidyodaya Pirivena
For the New Year,From 2009 March 27 To 2009 April 27, Vacation for all the students who are studding in vidyodaya Pirivena.Students who are in Hostel should go their own temple for the vacation.Students who participate to the Prachina Exames in this year can be in hostel to study more. All should come after the New Year for studies again after 25 th of April to the hostel.
Sunday, January 25, 2009
Meeting Of The Students
Meeting Of The Students
It seems to be good to held a meeting of the students monthly in vidyodaya pirivena for enrich the activities of the students. Therefore the first meeting is going to be held on 27 th Tuesday in this month January. You all are warmly invited to come and participate in the meeting on that day. Specially the students and teachers who presents on the day should come to the meeting. The meeting will be held at 3.45 p.m. in Sumangala hall.
Thank You
It seems to be good to held a meeting of the students monthly in vidyodaya pirivena for enrich the activities of the students. Therefore the first meeting is going to be held on 27 th Tuesday in this month January. You all are warmly invited to come and participate in the meeting on that day. Specially the students and teachers who presents on the day should come to the meeting. The meeting will be held at 3.45 p.m. in Sumangala hall.
Thank You
Friday, January 23, 2009
Prachina exames in 2009
These exames are going to be held in April 04 th in this year and students who apply for exames please be on touch each other to knwo about the admission. Students of Vidyodaya Pirivena who applied for the exame will imform about the admission on phone.
Thank You
Thank You
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