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Majapahit's Javanese Keris: A Metallurgical Masterpiece

Majapahit's Javanese Keris: A Metallurgical Masterpiece

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In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore the metallurgical and spiritual artistry behind the Majapahit keris. They discuss the pamor pattern-welding technique, the role of the empu or master bladesmith, and how these sacred blades were not just weapons but objects of power, status, and spiritual protection. The conversation touches on the myth of Mpu Gandring, the differences between Majapahit-era keris and later forms, and how the keris tradition survived the empire's fall. Lucas explains the specific alloys used, the symbolism of the wavy blade, and the connection between keris and the Hindu-Buddhist cosmology of Majapahit. The episode also features a brief, natural donation segment where Lucas and Luna talk about listener support keeping the show ad-free. #Majapahit #Keris #JavaneseMetallurgy #Pamor #MpuGandring #Empu #Trowulan #Negarakertagama #SoutheastAsia #Bladesmithing #HinduBuddhist #Nusantara #LucasAndLuna #FexingoHistory #History #WeaponHistory #SpiritualArtifacts #JavaneseCulture Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo
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