The name Kashyappa signifies one who considers Kasi (Kashi), another name for Shiva, as his father. This highlights Kashyappa’s deep spiritual connection to Shiva, which aligns him closely with Muruga, Shiva's son. In Sri Lankan history, King Kashyappa built his palace atop the towering rock of Sigiriya, considered the ancient fort of Ravana. Kashyappa, the devotee of Shiva, embodies the qualities of Ravana—a legendary king of Lanka and also a fierce follower of Shiva.
In mythology, Ravana owned the Pushpaka Vimana, a mystical flying chariot, and was deeply tied to Shiva. Muruga (Kartikeya), the son of Shiva, had the Mayil (peacock) as his vehicle. These connections tie Kashyappa, Ravana, and Muruga together. The broken statue at Sigiriya, with its three fingers, is often interpreted as a lion’s leg by the Sinhalese. However, its resemblance to the leg of a bird, likely a peacock, hints at a deeper link to Muruga, who is closely associated with the peacock.
From the heights of Sigiriya, Kashyappa might have observed the world below, similar to Muruga, who rides atop his peacock. This imagery suggests that Kashyappa, Ravana, and Muruga are intertwined, representing mythological archetypes of power, spirituality, and Shiva's lineage. The figure of Kashyappa is essentially a blend of Ravana’s warrior spirit and Muruga's divine nature, linking them as one.
Kashyappa had two sons, Moggallana and Sankha. Moggallana later returned from exile to defeat Kashyappa, reclaiming the throne, which marked a significant turn in the island’s history and legacy.
In understanding these connections, Kashyappa is Ravana, and Ravana is Muruga, each representing different dimensions of a single, multifaceted spiritual figure deeply rooted in the devotion to Shiva.
Mayilerum Mannava - En Manamer Ingu Vaa!
Seyal Veeran Allavaa - Un Sirappellaam Sollavaa.
சொல்லவா சொல்லவா என்னா எல்லாத்தையும் சொல்லிட்டியே..!
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