Majapahit's Sacred Geography: Temples as Power

Majapahit: The Empire That Once Ruled Indonesia — Fexingo History · Sep 21, 2026 · 7m · transcript

While previous episodes have explored the political machinations of Gajah Mada, the trade routes of the syahbandar, and the fall of Trowulan, we turn our gaze to the landscape itself. In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore how Majapahit rulers used sacred geography to cement their authority across the archipelago. We examine the concept of Mandala states, where power radiated from a central point rather than adhering to fixed borders, and how temples like Candi Brahu and Candi Tikus were not just places of worship but administrative anchors. The conversation delves into the architectural…