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Majapahit's Outer Islands: The Mandala System of Nusantara
In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore how Majapahit governed its far-flung territories not as a centralized empire, but through a mandala system of overlapping allegiances. Drawing on the Negarakertagama, they discuss the hierarchical relationships between the capital Trowulan, the core regions of Java and Madura, the periphery of Bali and Malayu, and the outer tribute states like the Moluccas and Borneo. The episode explains key concepts like bhumi, nagara, and pasisir, and highlights the role of local rulers (bhres) who maintained autonomy while sending tribute and military support. Lucas…
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