SEJARAH HUBUNGAN MALAYAPURA DENGAN KERAJAAN PANAI PADA TAHUN 1347-1375 MASEHI

Abstract

Abstract: This study examines the history of the relationship between Malaysia
and the Kingdom of Panai in the dimensions of the bilateral diplomatic relations
between the two regions. This research has research goals including explaining the
history of Malayapura, the condition of Malayapura during Adiyawarman's reign, the
relationship of Malayapura in the economic, political and religious spheres. The
research method used in the research is the historical research method which uses data
collection techniques in the form of literature and documentation. This relationship will
affect the realization of common goals and interests in developing political, economic
activities and even the style of religion. From the political aspect, it can be seen that the
Panai kingdom and its nature have a lot of wealth such as gold, frankincense and
camphor, an economic capital that becomes the stimulus for mining commodities trade
for the needs needed in the political field. Panai has a reference as one of the important
areas for Malayapura in terms of economic interaction based on the wealth
Malayapura needs. With the natural wealth that Panai possesses, it has attracted other
countries to come and stop in Panai. From the religious aspect, Malayapura has
influenced the religious view in Panai, as evidenced by the legacy of the temple complex
in Panai. This influence was possible geographically because of the baths at Panai
(sign) and Malayapura. In this case, Panai and Malayapura are believed to adhere to
Buddhism with Tantric teachings.
Key Words: Relationship, Malayapura, Kingdom of Panai