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Majapahit's Royal Women: Power Behind the Throne
Beyond the famous kings and viziers, Majapahit's history was shaped by formidable royal women. This episode explores the roles of queens, princesses, and noblewomen like Tribhuwana Wijayatunggadewi, the queen regent who ruled before Hayam Wuruk, and Dyah Pitaloka, whose death sparked the catastrophic Battle of Bubat. We also delve into the political influence of the Bhre — princesses who governed key provinces — and the ambiguous status of female rulers in Majapahit's court. Drawing on the Negarakertagama and Pararaton, Lucas and Luna examine how these women wielded power, navigated…
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