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  1. 29.09. 2017

    University of Kelaniya,Sri Lanka

    Master of Philosophy  in Buddhist Philosophy
    (Thesis “A comparative study of Pāli sources of consciousness and the Ālaya consciousness of Yōgachāra philosophy”)
    Registration No: FGS/04/M.Phil/10/2013/02
    Results:  Pass

    01.01. 2020

    Postgraduate Institute Of Pali and Buddhist Studies – University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka

    Master in Buddhist Āurvedek and Counseling
    (Course Work and Dissertation “A Critical Study of Buddhist Psychology in the development of child mental development”)
    Registration No: 2019/BAC/MA/S/7302
    Results:                       Merit Pass

    01.03. 2013

    University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka 

    Bacherlor of Arts (Special) in  Buddhist Philosophy
    Registration No: HU/2007/068
    Results: Second Class (Upper Division) Honours 
    GPA : 3.68)  

    Diploma and Certificate Courses

    2018





    2022

    University of Colombo, Sri Lanka





    Bhiksu University of Sri Lanka

    Postgraduate Diploma in Counselling
    (Thesis “A study of the use of Buddhist psychological instructions for death management”)
    Registration No: 2017/PGDC/82
    Results:                       Distinction Pass
    Diploma In English
    Registration No:  BUSL/UPEDEC/DCE/2022/16/02
    Results:       Credit Pass

    2007

    Wariyapola Sri Sumangala Nanasala E Library

    ICT Diploma Course of Computer Software

    2010

    Expert Computer System

    Diploma in Computer Science

    2011
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    Global Information Technology Institute Of Computer Education

    Vision English Academy, Kelaniya.

    ICT Diploma Course Of Computer Software

    Advanced English Certificate Course

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Books and Authorships

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Sobitha, Rev., K., (2013) Consciousness and Consciousness-Only)” Kelaniya, -Vidyalankara Pirivena, Paliyagoda.

Articles in Reviewed Academic Journals

Sobitha, Rev., K., (2015) ‘”Ālaya” consciousness is the basis for clinging’, Pravacana Reviewed Journal, Anuradhapura: Bhiksu University of Sri Lanka, Vol.6, No. 1, pp. 330-349. (ISBN: 978-955-1867-08-9, ISSN: 2345-9999)

Sobitha, Rev., K., (2015) ‘Early Buddhist and Theravāda attitudes towards consciousness and origin of saṃsāra journey’, Pravacana Reviewed Journal, Anuradhapura: Bhiksu University of Sri Lanka, Vol.6, No. 2, pp. 356-371. (ISBN: 978-955-1867-09-6, ISSN: 2345-9999)

Sobitha, Rev., K., (2016) ‘An Investigative Study of the Influence of Early Buddhist and Interdenominational Teachings in the Emergence of Yōgācāra Idealism’, Pravacana Reviewed Journal, Anuradhapura: Bhiksu University of Sri Lanka, Vol.7, No. 1, pp. 449-475. (ISBN: 978-955-1867-10-2, ISSN: 2345-9999)

Sobitha, Rev., K., (2016) ‘An investigative study of Perception in Eastern and Western philosophies’, Pravacana Reviewed Journal, Anuradhapura: Bhiksu University of Sri Lanka, Vol.7, No.2, pp. 354-371. (ISSN: 2345-9999)

Sobitha, Rev., K., (2017) ‘An Upanishad Analysis on the Concept of Soul: A Source-Based Study’, Pravacana Reviewed Journal, Anuradhapura: Bhiksu University of Sri Lanka, Vol.8, No.1, pp. 397-420. (ISSN: 2345-9999)

Sobitha, Rev., K., (2017) ‘An Analysis of Theravāda Antarābhava and Pratisandhi Chitta’, Pravacana Reviewed Journal, Anuradhapura: Bhiksu University of Sri Lanka, Vol.8, No.2, pp. 69-78. (ISSN: 2345-9999)

Sobitha, Rev., K., (2018) ‘A Comparative Study of Perception in Early Buddhist and Yōgāchāra Idealist Teachings’, Pravacana Reviewed Journal, Anuradhapura: Bhiksu University of Sri Lanka, Vol.9, No.1, pp. 59-68. (ISSN: 2345-9999)

Sobitha, Rev., K., (2018) ‘The concept of Bodhisattva in early Buddhist and Theravāda sources’, Pravacana Reviewed Journal, Anuradhapura: Bhiksu University of Sri Lanka, Vol.9, No.2, pp. 314-325. (ISSN: 2345-9999)

Sobitha, Rev., K., (2019) ‘A Source Study of Madhyamaka Traditional Teachings on Being and the World’, Pravacana Reviewed Journal, Anuradhapura: Bhiksu University of Sri Lanka, Vol.10, No.1, pp. 34-45. (ISSN: 2345-9999)

Sobitha, Rev., K., (2019) ‘Psychotherapeutic use of Buddhist meditation’, Pravacana Reviewed Journal, Anuradhapura: Bhiksu University of Sri Lanka, Vol.10, No.2, pp. 184-204. (ISSN: 2345-9999)

Sobitha, Rev., K., (2020) ‘Sensation and Perception in Western and Buddhist Psychological Concepts’, Pravacana Reviewed Journal, Anuradhapura: Bhiksu University of Sri Lanka, Vol.11, No.1, pp. 149-173. (ISSN: 2345-9999)

Sobitha, Rev., K., (2020) ‘A study of problems related to child mental development’, Pravacana Reviewed Journal, Anuradhapura: Bhiksu University of Sri Lanka, Vol.11, No.2, pp. 430-453. (ISSN: 2345-9999)

Sobitha, Rev., K., (2021) ‘A study of how admonition, support and mentoring can be used in the development of modern counseling process’, Pravacana Reviewed Journal, Anuradhapura: Bhiksu University of Sri Lanka, Vol.12, No.2, pp. 36-50. (ISSN: 2345-9999)

Sobitha, Rev., K., (2022) ‘A study of the influence of Tantric on Buddhism’, Pravacana Reviewed Journal, Anuradhapura: Bhiksu University of Sri Lanka, Vol.13, No.1, pp. 44-59. (ISSN: 2345-9999)

Articles in Academic Journals

Sobitha, Rev., K., (2015) ‘The philosophy of Madyamaka, meaningful through the Dependent Origination’, “Shrastra Lōcana”  Academic Journal,  Anuradhapura: BUSL Student Welfare Society, Inaugural Vol.,  pp. 85-96. (ISBN: 978-955-1867-05-8)

Sobitha, Rev., K., (2012) ‘A review of the concept of consciousness depicted early Buddhism’, Vidyalankara Academic JournalVidyalankara pirivena, peliyagoda,  pp. 266-288. (ISBN: 978-955-0838-00-3)

Sobitha, Rev., K., (2023) ‘Inquiry into the terminologies of puñña-pāpa, (Merits and Demerits) and kusala-akusala (Wholesome and Unwholesome)’, “Buddhist Ethics” Buddhist Studies Academic Journal,  Anuradhapura: Department of Buddhist and Pali Studies, Bhiksu University of Sri Lanka. Vol. 1, Issue 1,  pp. 36-50. (ISBN: 978-955-1867-05-8)

Sobitha, Rev., K., (2017) ‘Theravāda concept of “Bhavanga Citta”., “Shrastra Lōcana”  Academic Journal,  Anuradhapura: BUSL Student Welfare Society, Vol. 2,  pp. 67-90. (ISBN: 978-955-1867-11-9)

Sobitha, Rev., K., (2022) ‘Contribution of monks to reduce ethnic problems’, “Sangāyanā” Academic Journal,  Anuradhapura: Department of Buddhist and Pali Studies, Bhiksu University of Sri Lanka. pp. 128-151. (ISSN: 2827-7511)

Sobitha, Rev., K., (2023) ‘The Applicability of the Buddhist Chatuskōtika Theory of Realization of Truth’, “NENASA” Academic Journal,  Kandy: Mahavihara Maha pirivena, Asgiri Maha Viharaya. pp. 61-77. (ISSN: 2012-8339)

Sobitha, Rev., K., (2016) ‘A Source Study of the Concept of Consciousness in Upanishad Philosophy’, “SADĀNANDA” Academic Journal,  Udugampala: Sri Sadānanda Maha pirivena, pp. 81-99. (ISBN: 978-955-3947-00-0)

Sobitha, Rev., K., (2016) ‘An Investigative Study of the ‘Soul Concept’ in the Sānkhya, Yōga and Vaisheshika Philosophies’, “PUJANĀ” Commemorative Volume of Venerable Kanumuldeniye Upali Maha Thero, Matara: Purana Viharaya, Gandara, pp. 497-504. (ISBN: 978-955-41896-2-1)

Sobitha, Rev., K., (2016) ‘A Study of the Ten Kinds of Palibōda Dharma in Buddhism’ “SHĀNTHI”  Felicitation Vol. for Ven. Padivita chandawimala nāyaka thera, Matale: Ma/ Shānthi nikethana Maha Pirivena, pp. 190-202. (ISBN: 978-955-3950-00-0)

Sobitha, Rev., K., (2016) ‘An Investigative Study of ‘Perception’ in Early Buddhist Teachings’, “Amarawañshābhinandana”  Felicitation Vol. for Ven. Walgowwagoda Amarawansha nāyaka thera, Kandy: Amarawañshābhinandana nāyaka thera  Tribute Committee, pp. 102-102. (ISBN: 978-955-52382-3-6)

Sobitha, Rev., K., (2016) ‘A source-based study of the meaning and usage of the term ‘citta’ in early Buddhism’, “PRAGÑĀ” Esseys in Honour of Venerable Buddama Pangnālōka nāyaka thera, Monaragala: Bodhinikethanarama viharaya, sirivijayapura, pp. 374-398. (ISBN: 978-955-41896-3-8)

Sobitha, Rev., K., (2016) ‘An introduction to ‘Puggalawāda‘ depicted in Interdenominational  Buddhism’, “SAMPRASĀDINI” Felicitation Vol. for Ven. Udagama Sri Dhammananda nāyaka thera,, Anuradhapura: North Central Provincial Council, pp. 161-178. (ISBN: 978-955-4071-00-1)

Sobitha, Rev., K., (2016) ‘Yōgācāra idealistic concept of vijññaptimātrā’, “SARANĀNJALĪ”  Felicitation Vol. for Ven. Kalugala Sri saranatissa nāyaka thera, Teldeniya: Nālanda Mūlika Pirivena, pp. 112-137. (ISBN: 978-955-43404-0-4)

Sobitha, Rev., K., (2016) ‘A study of the origin and evolution of the Priesthood’, “YATIPRABHĀ”  Felicitation Vol. for Ven. Kudavila somaloka tissa nāyaka thera, Panadaragama: bōdhiwañshāramaya, pp. 1-14. (ISBN: 978-955-4010-00-0)

Sobitha, Rev., K., (2016) ‘An Investigative Study of the wrong viewers in time of Buddha Revealed by the Brahmajāla Sutra’, “DHAMMAGAWESĪ”  Felicitation Vol. for Ven. Mahalakotuwe Wimaladhamma nāyaka thera, Mathale: M/Vidyarathna pirivena, Kotuwegedara, pp. 191-208. (ISBN: 978-955-4069-00-8)

Sobitha, Rev., K., (2017) ‘A Sourced Introduction to virtue, Morality and Nibbāna, “DAMSARA”  Felicitation Vol. for Ven. Hewane medhananda nāyaka thera, welipenna: Mandagala Āranya senāsanaya, pp. 283-295. (ISBN: 978-955-7329-00-0)

Sobitha, Rev., K., (2017) ‘An inquiry into the early Buddhist and Madyamaka tradition of the usage of the chatuskōtika Theory’, “ĀSHĪRWĀDA”  Felicitation Vol. for Ven. Oggamuwe Seelarathana nāyaka thera,Colombo: S. Godage & Brothers (Pvt.) Ltd., pp. 216-231. (ISBN: 978-955-30-7438-6)

Sobitha, Rev., K., (2017) ‘An Inquiry into Buddhist Attitudes  “Time” (From Early Buddhist, Theravāda and Sarvāstivāda traditions)’, “GIRIHISA”  Essays in Honour of Most Ven. Senior Professor Kandegoda Wimaladhamma thera, Kelaniya: Department of Philosophy, University of Kelaniya, pp. 303-314. (ISBN: 978-955-704-030-1)

Sobitha, Rev., K., (2017) ‘Buddhist attitude towards the usage of logic’, “HARANGALA SRI WIMALARATHANA NAHIMI ABHINANDANA GRANTHAYA” Festschrift For Venerable Harangala Sri Wimalarathana Thero, Higurakgoda: Siri printers, pp. 301-308. (ISBN: 978-955-38326-0-3)

Sobitha, Rev., K., (2017) ‘An analysis of “Chuti citta” in the Theravada Tradition’, “LŌCHANA”  Felicitation Vol. for Ven.siri thilakasiri thera, Nugegoda: Gangodavila subhadrarama piriven vidyayanatanaya, pp. 147-158. (ISBN: 978-955-0943-00-5)

Sobitha, Rev., K., (2018) ‘The concept of “Chittaveethi” analyzed in Therāvāda Abhidhamma”, BUDDHIST PSYCHOLOGY AND COUNSELLING”  Felicitation Vol. for Ven. Kbukwewe hemasiri Nayaka thera, Matara: Maliyadda Purana Viharaya, pp. 208-217. (ISBN: 978-955-3745-00-2)

Sobitha, Rev., K., (2018) ‘Historical Background of Katina Chiwara Pūjā’, Kasawathayi niwan magayi Kanada: Torento Maha Viharaya, pp. 65-100.

Sobitha, Rev., K., (2018) ‘A source-based study of early Buddhist interpretation and usage of mind’, BUDDHIST PSYCHOLOGY AND PSYCHOTHERAPY”  Felicitation Vol. for Ven. Kapugama Aththadassi Nayaka thera, Matara: Maliyadda Purana Viharaya, pp. 280-290. (ISBN: 978-955-3744-00-5)

Sobitha, Rev., K., (2018) ‘An Investigative Study of the Dīghanikāya Brahmajāla Sutta and the Wrong views It Contains’, “Sri Sumangala Academic Journal”  Volume in Honour of Ven. Prof, Thumbulle Seelakkhanda Nayaka Thero, Wariyapola: Wariyapola Sri Sumangala Maha Pirivena, pp. 257-272. (ISBN: 978-955-3765-00-0)

Sobitha, Rev., K., (2019) ‘Analysis of Theravāda Antarābhava’, SADAMININENA”  Felicitation Vol. for Most Ven. Parawahera Chandarathana Nayaka thera, France: International Buddhist Center, Le Bourget, pp. 13-19. (ISBN: 978-624-95513-0-5)

Sobitha, Rev., K., (2020) ‘Buddhist Psychotherapy Techniques for Child Psychological Problems’, PRABUDDHAVolume 09, Felicitation Vol. for Most Ven. Ānamaduwe Sri Dhammadassi Anunāyaka thera, Kandy: Prabuddha Social Welfare Foundation, Udugama Temple, Asgiri Mahā Vihāraya, pp. 39-73. (ISBN: 978-955-30-6111-9)

Sobitha, Rev., K., (2021) ‘An Inquiry into Western Psychological Attitudes to Child and Child Mental Development’, Bhiksu University of Sri Lanka ABHINANDANA GRANTHA MĀLĀIssue 01, Felicitation Vol. Dedicated to Professor Most Ven. Waradiwela Wijayasumana nāyaka thera, Anuradhapura: Bhiksu University Of Sri Lanka, pp. 39-73. (ISBN: 978-624-5596-02-7)

Sobitha, Rev., K., (2021) ‘Buddhist teachings on child physical and mental development’, Bhiksu University of Sri Lanka ABHINANDANA GRANTHA MĀLĀIssue 02, Felicitation Vol. Dedicated to Associate Professor Most Ven. Karagaswewe Wimalananda thera, Anuradhapura: Bhiksu University Of Sri Lanka, pp. 256-271. (ISBN: 978-624-5596-01-0)

Sobitha, Rev., K., (2021) ‘A Concise Study of Rituals and Etiquette in Tāntric Buddhism’, PRABUDDHAVolume 10, Felicitation Vol. for Most Ven. Ānamaduwe Sri Dhammadassi Anunāyaka thera, Kandy: Prabuddha Social Welfare Foundation, Udugama Temple, Asgiri Mahā Vihāraya, pp. 469-490. (ISBN: 978-624-6031-00-8)

Sobitha, Rev., K., (2021) ‘An Introduction to the Four Buddhist Traditions’, SŌMINDĀBHINANDANA” Felicitation Vol. for Most Ven. Katuwasgoda somindabhidhana maha thera, Udugampola: Sri Sudharmananda Mūla mahā Viharaya, Korase, pp. 186-198. (ISBN: 978-624-5643-00-4)

Abstracts in National and International Conference Proceedings

Sobitha, Rev., K. (2015) “A Source Study of the Utility of Logic in Buddhism”   2nd International Conference on Multidisciplinary Approaches (ICMA- 2015), Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Sri Lanka. 11th and 12th September 2015, p. 90. (ISSN : 2386-1509)

Sobitha, Rev., K. (2015) ” A Comparative Study of Consciousness Attitude in Early Buddhism and Yōgācāra Viñnaptimātratā”” International Postgraduate Research Conference. (IPRC- 2015), Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka. 10th and 11th December 2015.

Sobitha, Rev., K. (2015) “The ethical value of the Great chronicle (Mahavansa), the prime, The importance of salleka sutta for solving contemporary social conflict,” 3rd Biennial Conference of the International Association For Asian Heritage, Centre For Asian Studies, University of  Kelaniya ,  27th and 28th December 2015.

Sobitha, Rev., K. (2016) ” The Concept of “Sunnata” in Madhamaka Philosophy and it’s parallel in Early Buddhism”,  2nd international conference of the faculty of the humanities and Social Sciences,  University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka. (ICPRD- 2016), 24-25 March 2016, p. 32. (ISBN : 978-955-1507-44-2)

Sobitha, Rev., K. (2016) ” An exploratory study of the problems encountered in the implementation of the   official school curriculum ” 17th international Postgraduate Research Conference, (IPRC- 2016), Faculty of Graduate studies university of kelaniya, Sri Lanka. 08-09 December 2016, p. 192.  

Sobitha, Rev., K. (2015) “The way of using social media networks for current awareness services” 1st international Conference on library and Information management, (ICLIM- 2016), Faculty of Social Sciences, Department of Library and Information Science, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka.  21th – 22nd  October 2016, p. 121. (ISBN : 978-955-704-003-5)

Sobitha, Rev., K. (2015) “A critical study on the multiplicity of the synonyms used for Ālaya viññānaya in the Yōgāchara viññānavāda philosophy,” International conference on Sanskrit studies, 2016, (ICSS- 2016), Department of Sanskrit, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka.  04th  November 2016, p. 88. (ISBN : 978-955-704-006-6)

Sobitha, Rev., K. (2016) ” A Study of Sri Lankan Buddhist Women and the Local Political Process” 17th International Postgraduate Research  conference – 2016, (IPRC-2016), Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka.  8-9  December 2016, p. 195.

Sobitha, Rev., K. (2016) “Yōgāchāra Viññānavādins Attitudes Towards the Existence of the Empirical World” 17th International Postgraduate Research  conference – 2016, (IPRC-2016), Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka.  8-9  December 2016, p. 56.

Sobitha, Rev., K. (2016) “Sarvastivadins’ attitude towards the existence of environmental facts” 2nd international conference on the Humanities, 2016,  (ICH-2016), The Faculty of Humanities, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka.  06-07  October 2016, p. 16.

Sobitha, Rev., K. (2016) Sobitha, Rev., K. (2016) “An Investigative Study of Early Buddhist and Yōgāchāra Viññānavādi Opinion of Rebrith“, International conference on Chinese Studies – 2016, (ICCS-2016), Center for Chinese  Studies, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka.  22-23  September 2016, p. 127. (ISBN : 978-955-4563-94-0)

Sobitha, Rev., K. (2016) “Study of Buddhist teachings on Fertilization and development of Embryo” International conference on Chinese Studies – 2016, (ICCS-2016), Center for Chinese  Studies, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka.  22-23  September 2016, p. 125. (ISBN : 978-955-4563-94-0)

Sobitha, Rev., K. (2017) “An Analytical Study of the concept of soul theory in Jainism” International conference on Buddhism and Jainism In Early Historic Asia, 2017, Center for Asian  Studies, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka. In collaboration with the All India Jain Heritage preservation OrganiZation New Delhi, India.  16th -17th   February 2017, p. 16. (ISBN : 978-955-704-025-7)

Sobitha, Rev., K. (2017) “A Study on the Influence of Tantric Teachings on Buddhism” 2nd International conference on Sanskrit Studies – 2017, (ICSS -2017), Department of Sanskrit, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka.  09th  November 2017, p. 71.

Sobitha, Rev., K. (2017) “Personal Physical Development – A Comparative Study of Buddhist and Psychological Attitudes”, 18th International Postgraduate Research  conference – 2017, (IPRC-2017), Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka.  8th  December 2017, p. 98.

Sobitha, Rev., K. (2017) “The Reasons to Decline and Destruction of Persons Depicted in Sanskrit Didactic Literature; An examination with reference to Hitōpadēśa” 2nd International conference on Sanskrit Studies – 2017, (ICSS -2017), Department of Sanskrit, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka.  09th  November 2017, p. 84.

Sobitha, Rev., K. (2019) “Causes of conflicts and Their Resolution in Buddhist Perspective : A Study Based on Kalahavivāda Sutta” 2nd International Research Conclave on Buddhist Studies and Humanities, (NIRCBSH-2019), Faculty of Graduate Studies, Nāgānanda international institute for buddhist studies, Manelwatta, Kelaniya, Sri Lanka.  26th  January 2019, p. 187. (ISBN : 978-955-4995-15-4)

Sobitha, Rev., K. (2019) “A Study of Usage of Buddhist Art for Psychotherpy” 2nd International Research Conclave on Buddhist Studies and Humanities, (NIRCBSH-2019), Faculty of Graduate Studies, Nāgānanda international institute for buddhist studies, Manelwatta, Kelaniya, Sri Lanka.  26th  January 2019, p. 117. (ISBN : 978-955-4995-15-4)

Sobitha, Rev., K. (2019) ” Analysis of the layers of the mind included in Sigmund Freud’s psychoanalytic theory and the threefold evolution of Yōgāchāra“” Nāgānanda 2nd International Research Conclave on Buddhist Studies and Humanities (NIRCBSH-2019), Faculty of Graduate Studies, nāgānanda international institute for buddhist studies, Manelwatta, Kelaniya, Sri Lanka.  26th  January 2019, p. 236. (ISBN : 978-955-4995-15-4)

Sobitha, Rev., K. (2019) ” An Investigative Study of the Momentariness of the Sautrāntika Tradition in the Subject of Dharmā” ” Nāgānanda 2nd International Research Conclave on Buddhist Studies and Humanities (NIRCBSH-2019), nāgānanda international institute for buddhist studies, Manelwatta, Kelaniya, Sri Lanka.  26th  January 2019, p. 262. (ISBN : 978-955-4995-15-4)

Sobitha, Rev., K. (2019) “A Comparative study of “Mind” according to Buddhist psychological and psychoanalytical school”” (NIRCBSH-2019), Nāgānanda 2nd International Research Conclave on Buddhist Studies and Humanities, nāgānanda international institute for buddhist studies, Manelwatta, Kelaniya, Sri Lanka.  26th  January 2019, p. 110. (ISBN : 978-955-4995-15-4)

Sobitha, Rev., K. (2021) “An Investigative Study of Western and Buddhist Teachings on Human Sexual Abnormalities“” 06th International Conference (Online) (BUSL-LOC-2021), Bhiksu University of Sri Lanka, Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka.  23rd   December 2021, pp. 33-34. (ISSN : 2820-2481)

Sobitha, Rev., K. (2021) “An Investigative Study of Intervention Theory to Conflict Resolution which Depicted in Pañchatantra and hitōpadēśa“” 06th International Conference (Online) (BUSL-LOC-2021), Bhiksu University of Sri Lanka, Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka.  23rd   December 2021, pp. 64-65. (ISSN : 2820-2481)

Sobitha, Rev., K. (2023) ” A Comparative study of the Bōdhisattva concept depicted in Theravāda and Mahāyāna”” International Conference on Sanskrit (ICS-2023), Department of Languages, Faculty of Languages and Cultural Studies, Bhiksu University of Sri Lanka, Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka and Swami Vivekananda Cultural Centre, High Commission of India. 20th December 2023, p. 66. (ISBN : 978-624-5596-05-8)

Sobitha, Rev., K. (2023) “A Comparative Study of Yōgāchāra Tri:svabhāva Concept and along with Early Buddhist Teachings”” International Conference on Sanskrit (ICS-2023), Department of Languages, Faculty of Languages and Cultural Studies, Bhiksu University of Sri Lanka, Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka and Swami Vivekananda Cultural Centre, High Commission of India. 20th December 2023, p. 71. (ISBN : 978-624-5596-05-8)

Sobitha, Rev., K. (2015) Ālaya Viññānaya is basis for Ālaya – Based on Early Buddhism and Yogācāra Tradition”” 11th Annual National Conference on Buddhist syudies, The Department of Pali and Buddhist Studies, University of Sri Jayewardenapura,  Sri Lanka.  27th – 28th   November 2015, p. 42. (ISSN : 2235-9931)

Sobitha, Rev., K. (2016) “A Comparative Study of Natural Determinism “Svabhāvavāda” of Theravāda and Natural Determinism “Sva-Bhāvavāda” of Sarvāstivāda”” 09th Annual Research Conference, Royal Asiatic Society of Sri Lanka, 96, Ananda Coomaraswamy Mawatha, Colombo 07,  Sri Lanka.  24th – 26th   March  2016, pp. 184-185. (ISSN : 1800-4067)

Sobitha, Rev., K. (2016) “A Study of the Notion on Free Will towards the Social Concepts, with Reference to Pali Canon”” 09th Annual Research Conference, Royal Asiatic Society of Sri Lanka, 96, Ananda Coomaraswamy Mawatha, Colombo 07,  Sri Lanka.  24th – 26th   March  2016, pp. 186-187. (ISSN : 1800-4067)

Sobitha, Rev., K. (2016) “An Investigative Study on Dharmavāda which is originated through Dhamma Entity and Non Substantiality of Elements”” 09th Annual Research Conference, Royal Asiatic Society of Sri Lanka, 96, Ananda Coomaraswamy Mawatha, Colombo 07,  Sri Lanka.  24th – 26th   March  2016, pp. 188-189. (ISSN : 1800-4067)

Sobitha, Rev., K. (2017) ” A Study of the Criteria for Disrobing in Buddhism “” 10th Annual Research Conference, Royal Asiatic Society of Sri Lanka, 96, Ananda Coomaraswamy Mawatha, Colombo 07,  Sri Lanka.  2017.

Sobitha, Rev., K. (2017) “An investigation Study of a variety of purposes of Dependent Origination”” 10th Annual Research Conference, Royal Asiatic Society of Sri Lanka, 96, Ananda Coomaraswamy Mawatha, Colombo 07,  Sri Lanka. 2017.

Extended Abstracts in National and International Conference Proceedings

Sobitha, Rev., K. (2015) “A Study on Electronic Resources For Buddhist Studies,” 4th International Buddhist Conference, 2015, The Bhikshu University of Sri Lanka. 04th and 05th December 2015. pp. 192-193. (ISBN : 978-955-1867-07-2)

Sobitha, Rev., K. (2015) “A Comparative  Study of Buddhist and medical explanations on prenatal  development,” 4th International Buddhist Conference, 2015, The Bhikshu University of Sri Lanka. 04th and 05th December 2015. pp. 83-85. (ISBN : 978-955-1867-07-2)

Sobitha, Rev., K. (2015) “A comparative Study of  the concept of perception in early Buddhism and Yogachara idealism,” 4th International Buddhist Conference, 2015, The Bhikshu University of Sri Lanka. 04th and 05th December 2015. pp. 147-148. (ISBN : 978-955-1867-07-2)

Sobitha, Rev., K. (2018) “The Origins of Theravāda Abhidhamma and its Philosophical Background: An Analytical Study” 02nd International Buddhist Conference on Abhidhamma (IBCA-2018), Bhiksu University of Sri Lanka, Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka and Sri Lankan Tibetan Buddhist Brotherhood Society,Sri Sariputtaramaya, Matha Road, Colombo 08, Sri Lanka.  15-16 June 2018, pp. 129-134. (ISBN : 978-955-4039-03-2)

Sobitha, Rev., K. (2019) “A Comparative Study of Buddhist and Western Psychotherapy Techniques for Bereavement Management“” 15th International Conference on  Pali and Buddhist Studies (ICPBS-2019), Department of Pali and Buddhist Studies, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Sri Lanka.  17th  December 2019, p. 261. (ISSN : 2550-2522)

Sobitha, Rev., K. (2023) ” A Comparative Study of Sensory Perception of Early Buddhism and Ālaya Viññānaya”, 16th  International Conference on Pāli And Buddhist Studies (ICPBS – 2023), Department of Pāli and Buddhist Studies, Faculty of Humanities and social Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Sri Lanka. 28th February 2023, pp. 149-151. (ISSN : 2550-2522)

Sobitha, Rev., K. (2023) “An Investigative Study of the Peculiarities of Tantrayāna as one of the School among Buddhist Traditions”, 16th  International Conference on Pāli And Buddhist Studies (ICPBS – 2023), Department of Pāli and Buddhist Studies, Faculty of Humanities and social Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Sri Lanka. 28th February 2023, pp. 162-164. (ISSN : 2550-2522)

Sobitha, Rev., K. (2022) “Central Objectives Of Buddhist Education” 07th International Buddhist Conference (IBC-2022), Bhiksu University of Sri Lanka, Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka.  pp. 200-205. (ISBN : 978-955-1867-22-5)

Sobitha, Rev., K. (2016) “A Comparative Study of the Yōgācāra Idealist Attitude and Parallel Teachings on the Doctrine of Dependent Origination”” 12th National Conference on Pāli and Buddhist syudies, (NCPBS-2016), The Department of Pāli and Buddhist Studies, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenapura,  Sri Lanka. pp. 59-63. (ISSN : 2550-2522).

Sobitha, Rev., K. (2017) “An Investigative Study of the Usage of Hidden Concepts in Tāntric Buddhism”” 03rd  National Buddhist Conference (BUSL NBC-2017), Bhiksu University of Sri Lanka, Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka.  01st November 2017, pp. 302-305. (ISBN : 978-955-1867-13-3/ISSN : 2579-2385)

Sobitha, Rev., K. (2017) “An Investigative Study of Rights Protection, Buddhist Formulaic Teachings and International Charters”” 03rd  National Buddhist Conference (BUSL NBC-2017), Bhiksu University of Sri Lanka, Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka.  01st November 2017, pp. 328-331. (ISBN : 978-955-1867-13-3/ISSN : 2579-2385)

Sobitha, Rev., K. (2018) “A study of the importance of Yāpahu fort in the battle against Kālinga Māgha“” National Research Symposium on Historical Studies (NRSHS-2018), Department of Humanities, Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities, Rajarata University, Mihinthale, Sri Lanka. 30th January 2018.

 Full Papers

Sobitha, Rev., K., (2017) ‘A Comparative Study of the Yōgācāra Idealist Traditional Teachings and Interdenominational Teachings on the Existence of Environmental Facts or Dharmas’, Journal of the Faculty of Graduate Studies, Kelaniya: Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka. Vol.5, No. 2, pp. 20-35.

 

Research Presentations at National and International Conferences 

15-16.06.2018

Ethical Aspects of Human Nature as Revealed in Sakkapañhasutta

International Buddhist Conference on Abhidhamma, Sri Lanka

15-16.06.2018

An Introduction to Theravāda Abhidhamma

International Buddhist Conference on Abhidhamma, Sri Lanka

27-29.10.2017

‘An Analysis on the Definitions and Responsibilities of Teacher in Theravāda Buddhism for a Consensus in a Globalized World’

4th Humanistic Buddhist Youth Forum,

Fo Guang Shan, Singapore

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e9Tf6qj_M8Q&t=1534s

29.10.2017

A Comparative Study on Harmony in the Teachings of Religions with Buddhism

14th General International Conference of World Buddhist Sangha Youth, Sri Lanka

04-05.03.2017

Share the Vision on Buddhist Philosophy of Education

4th Asia Pacific International Conference on Advanced Research, Australia

29-30.06.2016

The Role of Buddha as a Teacher

3rd Asia Pacific International Conference on Advanced Research, Australia

04-05.12.2015

The Utility of Buddhist Jātaka Tales for the Institutional Development

4th International Buddhist Conference,

Sri Lanka

04-05.12.2015

Buddhist Attitude to World Peace based on Compassion 

4th International Buddhist Conference,

Sri Lanka

04-05.12.2015

Conserving Environment for the Future Civilization  

4th International Buddhist Conference,

Sri Lanka

22.11.2014

Worshipping of Stūpa Revealed by Sinhalese Message Poems (Sandēsakāvya)

International Buddhist Conference,

Sri Lanka

22.11.2014

Main Parts of Stūpa and its Symbolism

International Buddhist Conference, Sri Lanka

08-11.2014

The Concept of Ācariyamuṭṭhi and its Relevance to the Buddha

National Conference 2014, Sri Lanka

27-28.12.2013

Use of English for Empowering Theravada Buddhism with Special Reference to Affixation

National Conference of BUSL 2013,

Sri Lanka

17-19.02.2012

Following Buddha Path: The Best Possible Answer to the Challenges of Teachers in the New Millennium

2600th Sri Sambuddhatva Jayanti International Buddhist Conference 2012, Sri Lanka

08-10.12.2008

Ecological Concept and Meritorious Deeds Found in Vanarōpa Sutta

3rd International Buddhist Conference of SLABS, Sri Lanka 

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  2. Buddhist Psychology and counseling
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    Mahapola Higher Education Scholarship 1999/2000

     

    Awarded by the Mahapola Higher Education Scholarship Trust Fund

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    “Sri dhalada” scholarship, for All Island winner, (pali & Sanskrit) of the primary pirivena final examination

    Awarded by Sri Dalada Maligawa – Kandy

    2011

    Khyentes Foundation Award  -2011 (Excellence Student in Buddhist Studies – 2011)

    Awarded by the Khyentes Foundation of Canada  and Department of Pali and Buddhist Studies – University Of Kelaniya)

     

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    Agonshu   scholarship -2002

     

    Best Presenter, Saff Development Programme For Probationat Lecturers (CYCLE 20)

    Sri Lanka Agonshu Friendship Foundation And Agonshu Temple in Japan.

    Staff Development Centre, University of Kelaniya

     

     

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Study Board of External Degrees and Extensive Courses,Bhiksu University of Sri Lanka

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Internal Quality Assurance Cell of Faculty of Buddhist Studies. Bhiksu University of Sri Lanka

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Steering Committee for Quality Assurance,Bhiksu University of Sri Lanka

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Sub-Library Committee of The Faculty Of Buddhist Studies. Bhiksu University of Sri Lanka.

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Library Quality Assurance Cell, Bhiksu University of Sri Lanka.

Diploma in Buddhist Studies (External) Unit of Postgraduate External Degrees and Extension Courses, Bhiksu University of Sri Lanka.

Conducting training Program to become a skillful Dhamma Speaker, the University Action Plan 2018 (3.3.1.) Bhiksu University of Sri Lanka.

Conducting two discussions on Buddhist Discourses, the University Action Plan 2018 (4.2.1.) Bhiksu University of Sri Lanka.

Translating five selected books into English written by the lecturers of the University, the University Action Plan 2018 (4.5.1.) Bhiksu University of Sri Lanka.

Initiating a project to digitize Palm Leaves Manuscripts, the University Action Plan 2019 (5.3.4.) Bhiksu University of Sri Lanka.

Organizing two days field study trip to observe archaeological remains relevant to Buddhist Culture, the University Action Plan 2019 (5.2.1.) Bhiksu University of Sri Lanka.

Conducting training Programmers to become a skillful Dhamma Speaker, the University Action Plan 2021 (1.5.5.) Bhiksu University of Sri Lanka.

Conducting training Programmers to become a skillful Dhamma Speaker, the University Action Plan 2022 (1.6.1.) Bhiksu University of Sri Lanka.

Monthly Online Lecture (Two Hours) that discusses the contemporary issues of the Buddha sasana in Sri Lanka, the University Action Plan 2022 (1.6.4.) Bhiksu University of Sri Lanka.

Conducting a series of online lectures to the University Students and enthusiastic external scholars under a topic that relevant to the Buddhism inviting internal and external resource persons, the University Action Plan 2023 (1.5.4.) Bhiksu University of Sri Lanka.

Conducting a series of online lectures to the University Students and enthusiastic external scholars under a topic that relevant to the Buddhism inviting internal and external resource persons, the University Action Plan 2023 (1.5.4.) Bhiksu University of Sri Lanka.

 

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