Don David Hewavitharana, more commonly known as Anagarika Dharmapala, is a celebrated figure in the history of Sri Lanka, renowned for his pivotal role in the Buddhist revivalist movement and his tireless efforts to promote Buddhism and preserve Sri Lankan culture during a period of colonial rule and cultural transformation.
Born on September 17, 1864, in Colombo, Ceylon (now Sri Lanka), Dharmapala's early life was marked by a deep fascination with Buddhism and a growing concern for the preservation of his country's cultural and religious heritage.
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