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Majapahit's Bhinneka Tunggal Ika: The Motto That United an Empire
In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore the origins and meaning of Majapahit's national motto, 'Bhinneka Tunggal Ika' — 'Unity in Diversity.' They trace it back to the 14th-century poem Kakawin Sutasoma by Mpu Tantular, written during the reign of King Hayam Wuruk. The poem promotes tolerance between Hinduism and Buddhism in a pluralistic empire. They discuss how the phrase was rediscovered in the 20th century and adopted by Indonesia as its official motto, and what it reveals about Majapahit's approach to governing a diverse archipelago. Specific terms include…
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