Hereditary Custodian of the Temple of Tooth in Kandy, Sri Lanka

Empress of Malay Nusantara Empire Advocates for Hereditary Custodianship of Sacred Tooth Relic of Lord Buddha by Keerawella Royal Family in Sri Lanka

The Empress of Malay-Nusantara – In a move to preserve the rich cultural heritage and historical significance of the sacred tooth relic of Lord Buddha, Her Imperial Majesty, the Empress of the Malay-Nusantara Empire, has taken a prominent stand in advocating for the hereditary custodianship of these revered relics by the Keerawella Royal Family in Sri Lanka.

The Empress, driven by her deep commitment to the preservation of cultural legacies and the recognition of historical lineages, has brought attention to the issue of the rightful custodianship of the sacred relics. With a shared ancestry of the Surya Wamsha and Sakhya lineage, the Keerawella Royal Family holds an integral place in the historical narrative of Sri Lanka.

Recognizing the profound importance of these sacred relics, which have served as spiritual beacons for centuries, the Empress underscores the significance of entrusting their custodianship to a lineage that has maintained a strong connection with the relics throughout history. The Empress believes that such custodianship should be rooted in tradition and upheld by those who have a deep understanding of the spiritual and cultural significance of these relics.

The Empress emphasizes that the issue at hand transcends national boundaries, promoting a sense of unity and respect among nations that share a common goal of safeguarding cultural treasures. The Empress sees the recognition of the Keerawella Royal House’s role in safeguarding the sacred relics as a symbol of whole budhist world,s dedication to cultural preservation and diplomacy.

Her Imperial Majesty graciously appeals to the relevant stakeholders in Sri Lanka to consider this matter with the utmost deliberation, taking into account the historical context and the spiritual significance of the Keerawella Royal House’s claim to hereditary custodianship. The Empress believes that the custodianship of the sacred relics by the Keerawella Royal House would not only honor their ancestral lineage but also contribute to the continued propagation of spiritual well-being and harmony for all sentient beings.

The Empress expresses gratitude for the attention and consideration given to this matter and looks forward to a positive response from the relevant parties in Sri Lanka. The Malay Nusantara Empire reaffirms its commitment to the preservation of cultural heritage and the fostering of strong international bonds through shared values.