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.