- Source: Sihahanu
King Sihahanu (Skt:Sīṃhahanu) was an ancient monarch and paternal grandfather of Gautama Buddha. He was one of the rulers of Shakya Clan.
Family
Sihahanu was a son of King Jayasena and brother of Princess Yasodhara.
He married Kaccanā of Devadaha, daughter of Devadahasakka.
Kaccanā and Sihahanu had these children:
King Śuddhodana
Dhotodana
Sakkodana
Sukkadana
Amitodana
Amitā
Pamitā
As a young prince, Śuddhodana excelled in warfare and swordsmanship. After a victorious battle, Sihahanu offered him a boon. He requested permission to marry two beautiful sisters, Maya and Mahāpajābatī Gotamī.