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Conference Papers (International)2024Department of Applied Buddhist Studies

Sanghananda, M. (2024). An Investigative Study on the Utility of Aesthetic Enjoyment of Nature for Mental Well-Being. 1st International Conference on Psychology and Mental Health, Nāgānanda International Institute for Buddhist Studies.

Recorded under Ven. Medawachchiye Sanghananda.

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Articles in Academic Journals (Non–Peer Reviewed)2022Department of Social Sciences and Comparative Studies

Deepananda, E. (2022). Factors Affecting Child Development. Educational Psychology: Refereed Academic Journal of Educational Studies, 4(1-2), Bhiksu University of Sri Lanka.

Recorded under Ven. Ethiliwewe Deepananda.

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Conference Papers (International)2021Department of Applied Buddhist Studies

Gunalankara, G. (2021). Pleasure Principle: A Comparative Study of Freudian and Buddhist Psychology. International Buddhist Conference on Pali and Buddhist Studies, University of Kelaniya.

Recorded under Ven. Gomila Gunalankara.

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Journal Articles (Peer-Reviewed)2019Department of Applied Buddhist Studies

Gunalankara, G. (2019). Sensory Perception: A Comparative Study of Western Psychology and Buddhist Psychology. KALYĀNĪ Journal, 33(I/II), 35-45. DOI: 10.4038/kalyani.v33i1-2.31.

Recorded under Ven. Gomila Gunalankara.

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Journal Articles (Peer-Reviewed / International)2019Department of Social Sciences and Comparative Studies

Theory of Educational Psychology and Pedagogical Applications of Behaviorism. (2019). Social Sciences Studies, pp. 36-53.

Recorded under Ven. Handagiriye Sirisumana.

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Articles in Academic Journals (Selected)2019Department of Applied Buddhist Studies

Pagngnarathana, W. (2019). A Comparative Study on the Concepts of Mind in Buddhist Psychology and Psychodynamic Theory. Vivaraṇa Academic Journal, 78-89.

Recorded under Ven. Welipitiye Pagngnarathana.

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Articles in Academic Journals (Selected)2018Department of Applied Buddhist Studies

Gunalankara, G. (2018). Counselling, Guidance, Psychiatry and Buddhist Psychotherapy. Buddhist Psychology and Psychotherapy Academic Volume, pp. 412-435.

Recorded under Ven. Gomila Gunalankara.

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Conference Papers (International)2018Department of Applied Buddhist Studies

Gunalankara, G. (2018). Sensory Perception: A Comparative Study of Western Psychology and Abhidhamma. 2nd International Conference on Abhidhamma.

Recorded under Ven. Gomila Gunalankara.

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Articles in Academic Journals (Selected)2018Department of Applied Buddhist Studies

Pagngnarathana, W. (2018). The Utility of Buddhist Meditation as a Form of Spiritual Healing. Buddhist Psychology and Psychotherapy, 398-411.

Recorded under Ven. Welipitiye Pagngnarathana.

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Thesis / Dissertation2018Department of Applied Buddhist Studies

Pagngnarathana, W. (2018). Exploratory Study of Application of Spiritual Psychology for Solving Mental Problem. M.Phil. Thesis, University of Sri Jayewardenepura.

Recorded under Ven. Welipitiye Pagngnarathana.

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Journal Articles (Peer-Reviewed)2017Department of Social Sciences and Comparative Studies

Gnanawasa Thero, M. (2017). An Inquiry into the Benefits Gained by the Teacher through the Study of Educational Psychology for the Success of the Teaching-Learning Process. Pravachana, 8(2), 392–408.

Recorded under Ven. Minuwangoda Gnanawasa.

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Conference Papers (International)2017Department of Applied Buddhist Studies

The Utility of Spiritual Psychology to Reduce Mental Disorders. 3rd International Conference on Social Sciences, University of Kelaniya (2017).

Recorded under Ven. Welipitiye Pagngnarathana.

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Thesis / DissertationDepartment of Social Sciences and Comparative Studies

Writing and Reading Disorders of Piriven Students. Bachelor of Arts in Psychology thesis, University of Kelaniya.

Recorded under Ven. Ethiliwewe Deepananda.

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Conference Papers (International)2026Department of Social Sciences and Comparative Studies

Deepananda, E. (2026). A Psychological Study on the Importance of Abraham Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs in Personality Development. 19th International Conference on Pali and Buddhist Studies, University of Sri Jayewardenepura.

Recorded under Ven. Ethiliwewe Deepananda.

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Conference Papers (International)2026Department of Applied Buddhist Studies

Gunalankara, G. (2026). Climate Change and Workplace Behaviour: A Systematic Review of Environmental Psychological Impacts on Organisations and Employee Motivation. International Conference on Workplace Dynamics, Central University of Haryana, India.

Recorded under Ven. Gomila Gunalankara.

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Books2026Department of Applied Buddhist Studies

Sanghananda, M. (2026). Practical Buddhist Studies Approach. Udaya Publishers. (Sinhala medium).

Recorded under Ven. Medawachchiye Sanghananda.

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Journal Articles (Peer-Reviewed)2026Department of Social Sciences and Comparative Studies

Gnanawasa Thero, M. (2026). Imperialism and Colonial Education: Albert Memmi’s Theory and British Colonial Education in Sri Lanka. Pravachana, 17(1). Accepted.

Recorded under Ven. Minuwangoda Gnanawasa.

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Conference Papers (International)2026Department of Social Sciences and Comparative Studies

Gnanawasa Thero, M. (2026, November). British Annexation, Disruption of Land Tenure of Buddhist Monasteries and Its Impact on Monastic Education in 19th-Century Sri Lanka. Scheduled oral presentation at The Barcelona Conference on Arts, Media & Culture (BAMC2026), Barcelona, Spain.

Recorded under Ven. Minuwangoda Gnanawasa.

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Conference Papers (International)2026Department of Social Sciences and Comparative Studies

Gnanawasa Thero, M. (2026, July). Legacy of British Architecture in the 19th and 20th Centuries in Kandy. APSL Research Symposium 2026, London, United Kingdom.

Recorded under Ven. Minuwangoda Gnanawasa.

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Thesis / Dissertation2026Department of Social Sciences and Comparative Studies

Gnanawasa Thero, M. (2026). The Fall and Rise of Buddhist Education in Sri Lanka: Colonialism, Resistance and Revivalism (1830–1920). Doctoral Dissertation, Humboldt University of Berlin, Germany (Thesis Submitted).

Recorded under Ven. Minuwangoda Gnanawasa.

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Conference Papers (National)2026Department of Social Sciences and Comparative Studies

Gnanarathana, W. (2026). A study on the development of retention skills and maintenance of posture based on the commentary to the Caṅkamānisaṃsa Sutta. Research Development Workshop, Department of Social Sciences and Comparative Studies, Bhiksu University of Sri Lanka.

Recorded under Ven. Waragama Gnanarathana.

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Reports / Research Publications2026Department of Social Sciences and Comparative Studies

Gnanarathana, W. (2026). A study of the organizational structure of educational administration in Sri Lanka. Studies of Education Science, Bhiksu University of Sri Lanka. Unpublished.

Recorded under Ven. Waragama Gnanarathana.

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Articles in Academic Journals (Non–Peer Reviewed)2025Department of Social Sciences and Comparative Studies

Deepananda, E. (2025). A Psychological Study on Multicultural Funeral Rites in Sri Lanka. Siri Piyaratana Academic Journal: Golden Jubilee Commemoration Volume, Siri Piyaratana Vidyayatana Pirivena, Weliyaya, Monaragala.

Recorded under Ven. Ethiliwewe Deepananda.

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Conference Papers (International)2025Department of Social Sciences and Comparative Studies

Deepananda, E. (2025). A Psychological Study on the Importance of Utilizing Positive Reinforcement in Developing Students' Learning Interests. 18th International Conference on Pali and Buddhist Studies, University of Sri Jayewardenepura.

Recorded under Ven. Ethiliwewe Deepananda.

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Conference Papers (International)2025Department of Social Sciences and Comparative Studies

Deepananda, E. (2025). A Psychological Study on the Influence of Vygotsky's Sociocultural Theory on Child Development. International Conference on Postgraduate Interdisciplinary Research, Buddhist and Pali University of Sri Lanka.

Recorded under Ven. Ethiliwewe Deepananda.

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Conference Papers (International)2025Department of Social Sciences and Comparative Studies

Deepananda, E. (2025). Exploring the Importance of the Externalizing Counselling Approach in Contemporary Counselling Practice. International Conference on Postgraduate Interdisciplinary Research, Buddhist and Pali University of Sri Lanka.

Recorded under Ven. Ethiliwewe Deepananda.

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Conference Papers (International)2025Department of Social Sciences and Comparative Studies

Deepananda, E. (2025). A Psychological Study on the Importance of Pre-Marital Counselling. 2nd International Research Conference on Interdisciplinary Approaches, Nāgānanda International Institute for Buddhist Studies.

Recorded under Ven. Ethiliwewe Deepananda.

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Journal Articles (Peer-Reviewed)2025Department of Applied Buddhist Studies

Gunalankara, G. (2025). Assessment of Psychological Distress among Cancer Patients in North Central Province of Sri Lanka: A Cross-Sectional Study. Pravacana, 16(1), 27-36.

Recorded under Ven. Gomila Gunalankara.

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Conference Papers (International)2025Department of Applied Buddhist Studies

Gunalankara, G. (2025). Theory and Practice of Dharma Therapy of Sik Hin Hung and MBSR of Jon Kabat-Zinn: A Comparative Study. PGIPBS International Conference, University of Kelaniya.

Recorded under Ven. Gomila Gunalankara.

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Conference Papers (International)2025Department of Applied Buddhist Studies

Gunalankara, G. (2025). Significance of Apology and Forgiveness: Buddhist Teachings and Practices as a Framework for Peace, Conflict Resolution and Reconciliation. United Nations Day of Vesak, Vietnam Buddhist University.

Recorded under Ven. Gomila Gunalankara.

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Books2025Department of Applied Buddhist Studies

Sanghananda, M. (2025). Buddhist Studies Writing Collection, Part I. S. Godage Publishers. (Sinhala medium).

Recorded under Ven. Medawachchiye Sanghananda.

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Conference Papers (National)2025Department of Applied Buddhist Studies

Sanghananda, M. (2025). An Investigative Study on Emotions in Buddhism. Annual Research Symposium, University of Peradeniya.

Recorded under Ven. Medawachchiye Sanghananda.

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Conference Papers (International)2025Department of Applied Buddhist Studies

Sanghananda, M. (2025). An Investigative Study on Tilakkhaṇa to Develop a Balanced Attitude in Life. 2nd International Research Conference on Interdisciplinary Approaches, Nāgānanda International Institute for Buddhist Studies.

Recorded under Ven. Medawachchiye Sanghananda.

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Conference Papers (International)2025Department of Applied Buddhist Studies

Sanghananda, M. (2025). Meat-Eating and Compassion: Ethical Boundaries in the Lankāvatāra Sūtra. International Conference on Postgraduate Interdisciplinary Research, Buddhist and Pali University of Sri Lanka.

Recorded under Ven. Medawachchiye Sanghananda.

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Conference Papers (International)2025Department of Applied Buddhist Studies

Sanghananda, M. (2025). The Buddhist View on Poverty. 9th International Conference on Humanities and Social Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura.

Recorded under Ven. Medawachchiye Sanghananda.

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Conference Papers (International)2025Department of Applied Buddhist Studies

Sanghananda, M. (2025). An Investigative Study on Economic Management of Buddhism. 18th International Conference on Pali and Buddhist Studies, University of Sri Jayewardenepura.

Recorded under Ven. Medawachchiye Sanghananda.

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Thesis / Dissertation2025Department of Applied Buddhist Studies

Sanghananda, M. (2025). Ārya Lankāvatāra Sūtra: A Critical and Philosophical Analysis. M.A. Thesis, Buddhist and Pali University of Sri Lanka.

Recorded under Ven. Medawachchiye Sanghananda.

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Reports / Research Publications2025Department of Social Sciences and Comparative Studies

Gnanarathana, W. (2025). An inquiry into the use of questioning methods in the classroom for an effective teaching process. Vidu Aruna Academic Journal, University of Peradeniya. Unpublished.

Recorded under Ven. Waragama Gnanarathana.

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Journal Articles (Peer-Reviewed)2024Department of Social Sciences and Comparative Studies

Deepananda, E. (2024). A Psychological Study on Students' Attitudes toward Dhamma School Education. Pravacana: Peer-Reviewed Academic Journal of the Bhiksu University of Sri Lanka, 15(II).

Recorded under Ven. Ethiliwewe Deepananda.

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Articles in Academic Journals (Non–Peer Reviewed)2024Department of Social Sciences and Comparative Studies

Deepananda, E. (2024). A Study on Psychological Background of Language. Prabhasha: Refereed Scholarly Journal, Department of Language Studies, 4(1), Bhiksu University of Sri Lanka.

Recorded under Ven. Ethiliwewe Deepananda.

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Conference Papers (International)2024Department of Social Sciences and Comparative Studies

Deepananda, E. (2024). A Psychological Study on Methods to Minimize Irrational Thoughts and Fatalistic Beliefs Arising in Students Due to Exam Failure, Based on Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy. International Conference on Postgraduate Interdisciplinary Research, Buddhist and Pali University of Sri Lanka.

Recorded under Ven. Ethiliwewe Deepananda.

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Conference Papers (International)2024Department of Social Sciences and Comparative Studies

Deepananda, E. (2024). A Psychological Study on Current Sinhala Poetry for Mental Well-Being. 8th International Buddhist Conference, Bhiksu University of Sri Lanka.

Recorded under Ven. Ethiliwewe Deepananda.

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Edited Books / Volumes2024Department of Applied Buddhist Studies

Proceedings of the 8th International Buddhist Conference, BUSL-IBC 2024. Co-Editor. Bhiksu University of Sri Lanka.

Recorded under Ven. Gomila Gunalankara.

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Journal Articles (Peer-Reviewed)2024Department of Applied Buddhist Studies

Gunalankara, G. (2024). Buddhist Approach to Resolve Psychosocial Problems in Youth: An Analytical Inquiry. BPU Journal of Buddhist Studies and Humanities, 7(2).

Recorded under Ven. Gomila Gunalankara.

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Journal Articles (Peer-Reviewed)2024Department of Applied Buddhist Studies

Gunalankara, G. (2024). Integrating Buddhist Teachings in Counselling and Psychotherapy for Terminally Ill People: A Review with Focus on Dharma Therapy. Pravacana, 15(1), 25-39. DOI: 10.4038/p.v15i1.9.

Recorded under Ven. Gomila Gunalankara.

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Conference Papers (International)2024Department of Applied Buddhist Studies

Gunalankara, G., Gamage, G. P. & Priyadarshana, W. (2024). Effectiveness of Dharma Therapy on Psychological Distress among Adult Cancer Patients in North Central Province of Sri Lanka: A Mixed Methods Study. iPURSE, University of Peradeniya.

Recorded under Ven. Gomila Gunalankara.

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Conference Papers (International)2024Department of Applied Buddhist Studies

Gunalankara, G. (2024). A Conceptual Study on Application of Satta Bojjhaṅga as a Buddhist Psychotherapeutic Technique. 17th International Conference, University of Sri Jayewardenepura.

Recorded under Ven. Gomila Gunalankara.

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Journal Articles (Peer-Reviewed / International)2024Department of Social Sciences and Comparative Studies

Sirisumana, H. (2024). The Issues of the Planning and Implementation of Reforming the School Education System in Sri Lanka. International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science (IJRISS). DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2023.7012105.

Recorded under Ven. Handagiriye Sirisumana.

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Journal Articles (Peer-Reviewed)2024Department of Applied Buddhist Studies

Sanghananda, M. (2024). A Study on Super Sensory Perception of Early Buddhism. Practical Buddhist Studies Reviewed Journal: Buddhist Meditation and Yoga, 6(1), 14-34.

Recorded under Ven. Medawachchiye Sanghananda.

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Journal Articles (Peer-Reviewed)2024Department of Applied Buddhist Studies

Sanghananda, M. (2024). A Study about the Ethics Depicted in Buddhist Dhamma Communication. Practical Buddhist Studies Reviewed Journal: Buddhism and Communication, 5(1), 1-21.

Recorded under Ven. Medawachchiye Sanghananda.

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Journal Articles (Peer-Reviewed)2024Department of Applied Buddhist Studies

Sanghananda, M. (2024). An Investigative Study on the Usage of Similes in the Opamma Vagga of Majjhima Nikāya. Prabhāṣā, 3(1), 152-178.

Recorded under Ven. Medawachchiye Sanghananda.

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Journal Articles (Peer-Reviewed)2024Department of Applied Buddhist Studies

Sanghananda, M. (2024). The Social and Economic Background of the Polonnaruwa Era. Buddhist Studies Academic Journal: Buddhist Civilization – Polonnaruwa Era, 2(1), 9-35.

Recorded under Ven. Medawachchiye Sanghananda.

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Journal Articles (Peer-Reviewed)2024Department of Applied Buddhist Studies

Sanghananda, M. (2024). The Foundation and Objectives of Buddhist Ethics. Buddhist Studies Academic Journal: Buddhist Ethics, 1(2), 23-47.

Recorded under Ven. Medawachchiye Sanghananda.

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Articles in Academic Journals (Non–Peer Reviewed)2024Department of Applied Buddhist Studies

Sanghananda, M. (2024). Dasi the Bridegroom. Pratibhāna: Translated Short Stories Anthology, pp. 61-72.

Recorded under Ven. Medawachchiye Sanghananda.

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Conference Papers (International)2024Department of Applied Buddhist Studies

Sanghananda, M. (2024). Utility of Buddhist Teachings in Connection with Controlling Crime. First International Conference on Criminology and Criminal Justice, University of Sri Jayewardenepura.

Recorded under Ven. Medawachchiye Sanghananda.

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Conference Papers (International)2024Department of Applied Buddhist Studies

Sanghananda, M. (2024). An Investigative Study on Human Rights in Buddhism. International Conference on Postgraduate Interdisciplinary Research, Buddhist and Pali University of Sri Lanka.

Recorded under Ven. Medawachchiye Sanghananda.

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Conference Papers (International)2024Department of Applied Buddhist Studies

Sanghananda, M. (2024). The Buddhist View on Marriage Life. Global Summit on Empowering Higher Education: Integrating 21st Century Skills across Disciplines, India.

Recorded under Ven. Medawachchiye Sanghananda.

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Conference Papers (International)2024Department of Applied Buddhist Studies

Sanghananda, M. (2024). An Investigative Study on the Teachings of the Sutta Nipāta Included in the Mūlamadhyamakakārikā. 8th International Buddhist Conference, Bhiksu University of Sri Lanka.

Recorded under Ven. Medawachchiye Sanghananda.

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Conference Papers (International)2024Department of Applied Buddhist Studies

Sanghananda, M. (2024). An Investigative Study on the Buddhist Attitude toward Conflict Resolution. 17th International Conference on Pali and Buddhist Studies, University of Sri Jayewardenepura.

Recorded under Ven. Medawachchiye Sanghananda.

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Felicitation Volume Contributions2024Department of Applied Buddhist Studies

Sanghananda, M. (2024). A Concise Introduction to the Sects of Chinese Buddhism. In Honour of Ven. Akmeemana Piyarathanābhidhāna Nāyaka Thera Abhinandana Academic Anthology, pp. 41-52.

Recorded under Ven. Medawachchiye Sanghananda.

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