Piyata Wadima - А¶‹а¶їа·ља¶їа·’а¶ља·џа¶»а·ќ А¶†а¶ѕа·’а¶‚а¶ња·’а¶а·ља·ђа·џ ( Uddhikaro Alingithwa ) Mks -
(පියාට වැදීම), beginning with the line "Uddhikaro Alingithwa" (උද්දිකාරෝ ආලිංගිත්වා), is a traditional Buddhist devotional chant (gatha) used in Sri Lanka to pay respect and express gratitude to one's father. Lyrics (Gatha) The chant is often recited in its Pali-influenced form:
The verse symbolizes the deep, selfless love a father has for his children. Key themes include:
The "MKS" designation often refers to specific digital media collections or simplified instructional versions shared for educational and devotional purposes.
The lyrics describe a father embracing and kissing his child, representing the protective and affectionate nature of a parent.
Many modern versions are available on platforms like YouTube , including a widely known recording by Disandhi under the Dahami Desawana label.