Sihahanu

King Sihahanu was an ancient monarch and paternal grandfather of Gautama Buddha. He was one of the rulers of Shakya Clan. He was also known as shakya.

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.