Transformation Unparalleled
Occupying the diamond seat by intense meditation
Sakyamuni found the exact path for human liberation
He did experience Vimukthi under Srimahabodhi
At Buddhagaya, the birthplace of Buddhism
Same was found in Sri Lanka known as Dharmadweepa
Gifted from our immediate neighbour Jambudweepa
Arahath Mahinda led the Dhammadutha mission
Immortal gift was established with his farsighted vision
King accepted Buddhism minutes after conversion
Making Lanka the platform of civilization
When Queen Anula with 500 women with determination
Appealed to Thera Mahinda to grant them ordination
It was on Vap poya day the king sent an envoy
For the purpose with hope and immense joy
At 18 charming princess Sanghamitta had entered the order
Lived in Sanchi Vihara while parents were in Vidisa
King was reluctant to send her on an overseas mission
Due to repeated requests he finally gave permission
Dharmasoka had stood on the shore amazingly gazing
Viewing her and the sapling returned home weeping
While coming to inaugurate Bhikkhuni sasana
She also brought the most revered Bodhi in Buddha sasana
With Mahinda, her twin brother, the two siblings
Are responsible for the most sacred sapling
Mahinda-Sanghamitta, brother sister combination
Created in cultural sphere, the greatest
ever transformation
After these unique events she passed away at 39
In the ninth year of king Uttiya’s reign
Remains were cremated as indicated by her in the vicinity
Of the Bodhiya for the sake of future humanity
Not only did she bless us with Bodhi symbolizing
Buddhahood
But also the Bhikkhuni sasana hailed by Buddhist womanhood
- Rupa Banduwardena