The Datha´Vansa Or The History of the Tooth-Relic of Gotama Buddha : The Pa´Li Text and Its Translation Into English With Notes

The Datha´Vansa Or The History of the Tooth-Relic of Gotama Buddha by Dhammakitti delves into the journey of a ship carrying a sage's relic across tumultuous seas worshipped by divine beings. The tooth-relic emits rays honored by the king of Lanka leading to the construction of a relic-temple and annual celebrations. The book explores worship requisites ancient Indian traditions and the author's history offering insights into mythology religious practices and cultural aspects of the region.