The Golden Buddha of Srivijaya: A Tale of Faith and Fortune

In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore the fascinating story of the Amoghapasa statue, a seventh-century bronze masterpiece that embodies the Buddhist heart of the Srivijaya Empire. Discover how this serene deity, now housed in Bangkok's National Museum, traveled from the Malay Peninsula to Thailand, a journey that mirrors the empire's own shifting fortunes. Along the way, we encounter the Sailendra kings, the Chola invasion, and the rise of Malayu, as we piece together the statue's possible origins and the devotion that inspired it. We also consider the legend of a golden Buddha, and how the quest for such relics shaped Southeast Asian politics and piety. Join us for a tale of faith, trade, and the enduring power of art. #Amoghapasa #Srivijaya #Buddhism #Borobudur #Sailendra #Chola #Malayu #ThaiHistory #BangkokNationalMuseum #SoutheastAsia #MaritimeHistory #AncientArt #BronzeStatue #BuddhistArt #Empire #History #FexingoHistory #Podcast Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo