Mal Yahan Kavi Kadawara -
The following are common verses often included in ritual manuscripts:
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: These verses are sung to "awaken" the power of the deity and invite him to accept the offerings of flowers, incense, and lamps. The following are common verses often included in
The (Flower Altar Verses) for Kadawara Deviyo are traditional ritual chants used in Sri Lankan folk religion to invite, praise, and seek blessings from the Kadawara deity. These verses are typically recited during "Pujas" (offerings) or "Shanthikarma" (healing rituals) to sanctify the altar and prepare it for the deity's arrival. Selected Mal Yahan Kavi (Sinhala)
: Kadawara Deviyo is often associated with the protection of water sources (tanks/reservoirs), forests, and the underworld ( Sohon Kadawara ). He is frequently mentioned alongside other regional deities like Ayyanayake and Kambili . Selected Mal Yahan Kavi (Sinhala)