Majapahit's Hayam Wuruk: The King Behind the Golden Age

In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore the reign of Hayam Wuruk, the fourth monarch of Majapahit who ruled from 1350 to 1389 CE. They discuss his early ascension to the throne at age 16, his partnership with the powerful prime minister Gajah Mada, and the territorial expansion that brought Majapahit to its peak. The conversation covers Hayam Wuruk's grand royal tour (mancanagara) across Java as recorded in the Negarakertagama, his diplomatic marriages to solidify alliances, and his patronage of the arts and religion, including the construction of temples like Candi Penataran. They also touch on the controversy around his possible betrothal to the Sundanese princess Dyah Pitaloka and the infamous Battle of Bubat. The episode delves into how Hayam Wuruk balanced Hindu-Buddhist traditions with local animist practices, and how his death led to the decline of the empire. Specific terms include Bhinneka Tunggal Ika, Kakawin Sutasoma, Mpu Prapanca, and the Palapa Oath. #Majapahit #HayamWuruk #GajahMada #Negarakertagama #MpuPrapanca #Bubat #DyahPitaloka #CandiPenataran #BhinnekaTunggalIka #KakawinSutasoma #PalapaOath #Java #Nusantara #SoutheastAsianHistory #MedievalEmpires #14thCentury #IndonesianHistory #FexingoHistory Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo