Pasal Geethaya | Daham

The (the Dhamma School Song) is the revered theme song performed at the opening of Buddhist Sunday Schools ( Daham Pasal ) throughout Sri Lanka. It serves as a spiritual anthem, setting a disciplined and devotional tone for students as they begin their religious education. Lyrics and Core Message

The song's lyrics, written by , emphasize the moral and spiritual development of children under the guidance of the Buddha's teachings. The verses typically highlight these key themes:

Daham Pasal Gethaya | දහම් පාසල් ගීතය Daham pasal geethaya

: It reinforces the identity of children as "Bodu Daruwo" (Buddhist children of Sri Lanka), committed to preserving their heritage and serving their motherland. Significance in Dhamma Education

: Students express their commitment to following the path of the Buddha, Dhamma (teachings), and Sangha (monastic community). The (the Dhamma School Song) is the revered

: The song calls for the development of "Noble Virtues" ( Udara Gunadam ), such as loving-kindness ( Metta ), compassion ( Karuna ), and sympathetic joy ( Muditha ).

: The "cooling" effect of the Dhamma mentioned in the song ( Sadaham Sisilen ) is intended to calm the minds of students, making them more receptive to learning. The verses typically highlight these key themes: Daham

The tradition of Dhamma schools in Sri Lanka was significantly revitalized in the late 19th century. The first modern Dhamma school was established by in 1880 at the Vijayananda Pirivena in Galle. Since then, these schools have become a vital institution for teaching the Pāli Canon and Sri Lankan cultural values to millions of children.