Majapahit's Surya Majapahit: The Nine-Pointed Sun of an Empire

Lucas and Luna explore the Surya Majapahit, the nine-pointed sun emblem that became the symbol of the Majapahit Empire. They trace its origins from Hindu sun worship to its use on royal banners, temple reliefs, and royal seals. The conversation covers the sun's association with King Hayam Wuruk, its presence in art at Candi Panataran and Candi Sukuh, and its adoption by modern Indonesian institutions, including the military and government. They also discuss the emblem's controversial use by nationalist groups and its meaning in contemporary Indonesia. Along the way, Lucas shares the story of how the sun symbol appears in the Negarakertagama and its connection to the empire's cosmology. The episode offers a deep dive into a single artifact that ties together religion, politics, and identity across centuries. #Majapahit #SuryaMajapahit #HayamWuruk #Hinduism #Symbolism #CandiPanataran #CandiSukuh #Negarakertagama #Nusantara #Indonesia #History #FexingoHistory #Empire #SoutheastAsia #MpuPrapanca #RajaSanjaya #Epigraphy #Archaeology Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo