Podcast
Questions and Answers
What was the primary purpose of the organizations created during the British rule in Sri Lanka?
What was the primary purpose of the organizations created during the British rule in Sri Lanka?
- To establish a colonial government
- To spread Christianity (correct)
- To spread Buddhism and Hinduism
- To promote western culture
What was the main objective of the education provided at missionary schools like LC, STC, and Trinity?
What was the main objective of the education provided at missionary schools like LC, STC, and Trinity?
- To promote cultural diversity
- To provide vocational training
- To spread Buddhism and Hinduism
- To spread Christianity and inculcate western culture (correct)
What was the significance of receiving education in English medium in Sri Lanka?
What was the significance of receiving education in English medium in Sri Lanka?
- It was a prerequisite for missionary work
- It was a requirement for government employment (correct)
- It was a symbol of cultural diversity
- It was a way to promote Buddhism and Hinduism
What was the impact of the missionaries' activities on the traditional religions in Sri Lanka?
What was the impact of the missionaries' activities on the traditional religions in Sri Lanka?
What was the reason behind the revival of religion in Sri Lanka towards the end of the 19th century?
What was the reason behind the revival of religion in Sri Lanka towards the end of the 19th century?
What was the significance of the publications printed by the missionaries?
What was the significance of the publications printed by the missionaries?
What was one of the strategies used by the missionaries to get closer to the people?
What was one of the strategies used by the missionaries to get closer to the people?
What was one of the factors that contributed to the success of the missionaries' activities?
What was one of the factors that contributed to the success of the missionaries' activities?
Who established the Paramadhammachetiya viharaya in Ratmalana?
Who established the Paramadhammachetiya viharaya in Ratmalana?
What was the primary reason that Buddhists were unable to establish schools in the 19th century?
What was the primary reason that Buddhists were unable to establish schools in the 19th century?
Which Hindu revival leader started a newspaper named Udayabhanu?
Which Hindu revival leader started a newspaper named Udayabhanu?
What was the name of the organization established by Henry Steel Olcott and Madam Helena Blavatsky in 1880?
What was the name of the organization established by Henry Steel Olcott and Madam Helena Blavatsky in 1880?
Which of the following debates was not one of the 'great five debates'?
Which of the following debates was not one of the 'great five debates'?
Who established the Vidyodaya Piriwena in Maligakanda?
Who established the Vidyodaya Piriwena in Maligakanda?
What was the primary purpose of the 'great five debates'?
What was the primary purpose of the 'great five debates'?
Which of the following schools was not established by Buddhist revival leaders?
Which of the following schools was not established by Buddhist revival leaders?
Flashcards are hidden until you start studying
Study Notes
Christian Missionary Organizations
- During British rule, organizations like London Missionary Society, Baptist Missionary Society, and Church Missionary Society were created to spread Christianity.
- They implemented programs like education, distributing writings, lectures, and social service activities to spread Christianity.
- Missionary schools like LC, STC, and Trinity aimed to spread religion and inculcate Western culture in Sri Lankan society.
Impact of Missionary Activities
- Education in English medium was compulsory for government employment, leading to a perception that those who followed Buddhism and Hinduism were "heathens."
- Missionaries' service work, such as offering gifts to the poor and caring for the sick, helped them gain closer proximity to the people.
Buddhist Revival
- By the end of the 19th century, a revival sparked due to the adverse impact of missionaries on Sri Lankan religions and the fear of cultural destruction.
- The Buddhist revival movement established pirivenas, printing presses, and Buddhist schools, and took steps to protect local cultures.
Key Figures and Publications
- Notable Buddhist figures included Walane Siddhartha Thero, Hikkaduwe Sri Sumangala Thero, and Rathmalane Sri Dharmaloka Thero.
- Publications included Lakmini Pahana, Sinhala Jathiya, Sarasavi Sandaresa, and Sinhala Bauddhaya.
Debates and Education
- Bhikkhus, led by Migettuwatte Gunananda Thero, conducted public debates with missionaries, drawing large crowds.
- The great five debates took place between 1865 and 1873.
- Education was a challenge for Buddhists due to lack of funds and organizational skills, but key figures helped establish schools like Ananda, Dharmaraja, and Mahinda Vidyalaya.
Hindu Revival
- Arumuga Navalar led the Hindu revival movement and started a newspaper called Udayabhanu.
Studying That Suits You
Use AI to generate personalized quizzes and flashcards to suit your learning preferences.
