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Srivijaya’s Hidden Monasteries and the Nalanda Link
While Srivijaya is often remembered for its spice trade and naval power, this episode explores its profound role as a center of Buddhist scholarship. We trace the journey of the Chinese pilgrim Yijing, who spent years in Palembang studying Sanskrit texts before heading to India. The conversation highlights how Srivijayan rulers like Balaputradeva funded monasteries at Nalanda University, creating a diplomatic bridge between Southeast Asia and the Gupta Empire. We examine the Telaga Batu inscription, which reveals the spiritual authority behind the empire's political might, and discuss…
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