Colaganga, Colagaṅga: 1 definition
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Colaganga means something in Buddhism, Pali. If you want to know the exact meaning, history, etymology or English translation of this term then check out the descriptions on this page. Add your comment or reference to a book if you want to contribute to this summary article.
In Buddhism
Theravada (major branch of Buddhism)
Source: Pali Kanon: Pali Proper Names1. Colaganga - A Damila chief of South India, subdued by Lankapura (Cv.lxxvi.121). He was then put to rule over the district of Parittikkundi. Ibid., lxxvii.8.
2. Colaganga - King of Ceylon (1196-7 A.C.). He was the son of King Nissankas sister. He slew Vikkamabahu III. and reigned for nine months. He was then deposed by the general Kitti and his eyes were put out. Cv.lxxx.29ff
Theravāda is a major branch of Buddhism having the the Pali canon (tipitaka) as their canonical literature, which includes the vinaya-pitaka (monastic rules), the sutta-pitaka (Buddhist sermons) and the abhidhamma-pitaka (philosophy and psychology).
See also (Relevant definitions)
Starts with: Colagangadeva, Colagangakumara.
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