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08 The Last Years
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This covers the death of his beloved queen Asandhimittā (yr 29), the rise of his jealous consort Tiṣyarakṣitā (yr 32), and her destruction of the sacred Bodhi-tree (yr 34). Northern sources recount court intrigue involving his son Kuṇāla and his own loss of power, culminating in his death (yr 37). His demise led to a disputed succession and the rapid fragmentation of his once-mighty empire.
Posters by Anandajoti Bhikkhu
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