Pasal Geethaya: Daham

: It encourages the abandonment of the five sins ( Pas Paw ) and the ten unwholesome acts ( Dasa Akusal ).

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. Daham pasal geethaya

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: : It encourages the abandonment of the five

: The song calls for the development of "Noble Virtues" ( Udara Gunadam ), such as loving-kindness ( Metta ), compassion ( Karuna ), and sympathetic joy ( Muditha ). Since then, these schools have become a vital

: It aligns with the overarching goal of Dhamma schools—to produce disciplined, ethical, and responsible citizens. Background of Daham Pasal

: Singing the anthem in unison fosters a sense of collective identity among students across the country.