'Invoking The Goddess: Pattini – Kannaki Devotion in Sri Lanka' An exhibition of photographs and text By Sharni Jayawardena and Malathi de Alwis at Main Building, India International Centre (IIC), Lodhi Estate > 13th to 24th May 2014

Time : 
13th May : 6:30 pm - Opening
14th to 24th May : 11:00 am - 7:00 pm

Entry : Free (Seating on First-Come First-Served basis)
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Place : Main Art Gallery, Kamaladevi Complex, Main Building, India International Centre (IIC), 40 Max Mueller Marg, Lodhi Estate, New Delhi-110003
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Event Description : 'Invoking The Goddess: Pattini – Kannaki Devotion in Sri Lanka' An exhibition of photographs and text By Sharni Jayawardena and Malathi de Alwis.

Devotion to Kannaki-Pattini is an inspiring example of Hindu-Buddhist syncretism in Sri Lanka. Tamil Hindus know her as Kannaki and Sinhala Buddhists as Pattini. However, a large number of Sri Lankans, even devotees, are unaware that she is a shared deity. While some beliefs and rituals of veneration are shared, there are also significant variations between and across the two religions, and regionally. This photographic exhibition attempts to capture that diversity and complexity.

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