Chanted to protect against the fires and enemies associated with Mars (Angaharu).

Buduguna shanthiya - බුදුගුණ ශාන්තිය

Used to counter the "Maraka" (deadly) obstacles associated with the Moon (Sandu).

The Shanthiya is usually sung in a melodic, rhythmic style known as Kavi (poetry). It is common to see these chants performed during or at home during the evening to "cleanse" the environment of negative spirits ( Yaksha , Pretha ) and "Kodiwina" (black magic).

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