Dictionary of Pali Proper Names v1.c16.208
Dictionary of Pāli Proper Names v1.c16.208
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v1.c16.208
3. Candagutta.—One of the eight khattiyas sent by Asoka to accompany the Bodhi-tree to Ceylon. He took a prominent part in the celebrations when the Tree left Pāṭaliputta,¹ and later, on his arrival in Ceylon, was appointed by Devānaṃpiyatissa to beat the golden drum at the Bodhi-tree ceremonies. He was given the office of Malayarāja and the Vīrabāhujanapada was bestowed on him for his maintenance.²