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Summary

In a kingdom plagued by jealousy and rivalry, the aging King Prabu Tapa Agung decides to pass the throne to his youngest daughter, Purbasari, instead of his elder daughter, Purbararang. Consumed by envy, Purbararang plots to curse Purbasari, causing her to fall ill. Banished to the forest, Purbasari finds solace with a magical creature named Lutung Kasarung. As they grow closer, Purbasari’s curse is lifted, but Purbararang challenges her for the throne. Ultimately, Purbasari’s kindness and inner beauty prevail, leading to her rightful return to the kingdom and reconciliation with her sister.

Takeaways

• 😀 The king, Prabu Tapa Agung, decides to pass the throne to his youngest daughter, Purbasari, instead of his eldest daughter, Purbararang.
• 😀 Purbararang becomes envious of Purbasari and plots against her to prevent her from becoming queen.
• 😀 Purbararang, with the help of Raden Indra Jaya, consults a sorcerer named Nirode to create a potion to curse Purbasari.
• 😀 The potion causes Purbasari to fall ill and lose her beauty, leading her family to believe she is cursed.
• 😀 Despite the curse, Purbasari is sent into exile in the forest for the good of the kingdom, as her father believes it will prevent the kingdom from facing a curse.
• 😀 Dayang Sari, a servant, continues to care for Purbasari by bringing her food from the kingdom, and the two develop a strong bond.
• 😀 Purbasari befriends a magical creature named Lutung Kasarung, who helps her overcome her struggles in the forest.
• 😀 Purbasari's curse begins to lift after she finds hope and companionship with Lutung Kasarung.
• 😀 Lutung Kasarung encourages Purbasari to return to the kingdom, and her curse is finally broken when she touches a sacred lake.
• 😀 Purbasari returns to the kingdom, and Purbararang challenges her to prove who is more worthy to rule, with a series of trials, ultimately leading to Purbasari's victory.

Q & A

Why did Prabu Tapa Agung decide to pass on the throne to Purbasari instead of Purbararang?

Prabu Tapa Agung decided to pass the throne to Purbasari because he believed she was more deserving. Despite being the younger daughter, he trusted her more, which made Purbararang feel resentful and envious.

How did Purbararang react to her father's decision?

Purbararang was upset and jealous, feeling that it was unfair since she was the older daughter. She felt entitled to the throne and plotted against Purbasari.

What did Purbararang do to harm Purbasari?

Purbararang, with the help of Indra Jaya, consulted a sorcerer named Ni Ronde to create a potion to curse Purbasari. She spiked Purbasari's drink, causing her to become ill and disfigured.

What was the immediate effect of the curse on Purbasari?

After drinking the potion, Purbasari's body became very hot, and she began to look disfigured. She felt unwell and feared that she had been cursed.

What action did the royal family take after Purbasari was cursed?

The royal family, believing Purbasari was cursed, decided to exile her to the forest to prevent the curse from spreading and affecting the kingdom.

How did Purbasari cope with her exile in the forest?

Purbasari found comfort and companionship with Lutung Kasarung, who helped her during her time in the forest. They became close friends and played together every day.

What significant event happened when Purbasari and Lutung Kasarung visited the lake?

When Purbasari and Lutung Kasarung visited the lake, Purbasari's curse was lifted, and she regained her beauty. She realized that Lutung Kasarung might also be freed from his curse.

What revelation did Purbasari make about Lutung Kasarung?

Purbasari realized that Lutung Kasarung had been cursed and had taken the form of a monkey. They both understood that love and mutual support could break their respective curses.

What condition did Purbasari set before returning to the kingdom?

Purbasari agreed to return to the kingdom under the condition that Lutung Kasarung would accompany her, as he had been a loyal companion during her exile.

What challenge did Purbararang pose upon Purbasari's return to the kingdom?

Purbararang challenged Purbasari to prove who was more deserving to be queen. The challenge included tests of beauty and strength, with the winner to claim the throne.

How did Purbasari win the challenge against Purbararang?

Purbasari won the first challenge by showing her long, beautiful hair, proving her beauty. In the second challenge, she introduced Lutung Kasarung, who was revealed to be a powerful and handsome figure, further solidifying her claim.

What happened after Purbasari won the challenge?

After winning the challenge, Purbasari was recognized as the rightful queen. Purbararang admitted her wrongdoings, and the two sisters reconciled, with Purbasari forgiving her.