SASAKALA CIGONDEWAH

Summary

The tale of Sindangsari is one of love, rejection, and war. Princess Mayang Sawitri, renowned for her beauty, rejects numerous suitors, causing unrest in her kingdom. King Jayadi of Margaasih, one of the rejected suitors, wages war against Sindangsari, leading to a bloody conflict. Despite their brave resistance, Sindangsari falls, and King Singa Mandala dies in battle. In the aftermath, Margaasih's King Jayadi renames the conquered land to Cigondewah, marking the rise of a new era. This story explores themes of power, pride, and the tragic consequences of rejection.

Takeaways

• 😀 A kingdom named Sindangsari was ruled by a wise and just king, Raja Singa Mandala.
• 😀 King Singa Mandala had a beautiful daughter named Putri Mayang Sawitri, whose beauty was well-known across the lands.
• 😀 Many kings and warriors from other kingdoms sought to marry Putri Mayang Sawitri, but she rejected all suitors.
• 😀 King Singa Mandala feared that the rejected suitors might retaliate by attacking his kingdom, Sindangsari.
• 😀 One day, a royal delegation from the kingdom of Margaasih arrived to propose a marriage for Putri Mayang Sawitri, led by King Jayadi.
• 😀 Putri Mayang Sawitri rejected King Jayadi's proposal, which caused him to leave in anger, predicting an impending war.
• 😀 The next day, King Jayadi of Margaasih prepared for battle, sending his army to invade Sindangsari, leading to a conflict between the two kingdoms.
• 😀 Despite the fierce battle, the Margaasih forces were stronger and larger, eventually overwhelming Sindangsari’s defenses.
• 😀 After two days of intense fighting, Raja Singa Mandala was killed in battle, which left his kingdom devastated.
• 😀 In the aftermath of the battle, King Jayadi took control of Sindangsari and renamed it Cigondewah, expanding his kingdom's influence and power.

Q & A

What is the name of the kingdom in the story?

The name of the kingdom is Sindangsari.

Who is the main character in the story?

The main character is King Singa Mandala, followed by his daughter, Putri Mayang Sawitri.

Why did Putri Mayang Sawitri reject the marriage proposals?

Putri Mayang Sawitri rejected the marriage proposals because she wanted to remain independent and did not wish to marry any of the suitors.

What was King Singa Mandala's main concern about the rejected suitors?

King Singa Mandala feared that the rejected suitors would feel insulted and might use their armies to attack Sindangsari in revenge.

Who led the delegation that sought Putri Mayang Sawitri's hand in marriage?

The delegation was led by King Jayadi of the neighboring Kingdom of Margaasih.

How did King Jayadi react to the princess’s rejection of his proposal?

King Jayadi was angered by the rejection and decided to lead his army to attack Sindangsari.

What happened on the battlefield between the two kingdoms?

A fierce battle took place, where Margaasih's army, which was larger and better equipped, overpowered Sindangsari's forces, leading to the death of many soldiers and King Singa Mandala.

What action did the prince of Sindangsari take after his father's death?

After witnessing his father’s death, the prince of Sindangsari took his own life, unable to cope with the loss and defeat.

What new name did King Jayadi give to Sindangsari after conquering it?

King Jayadi renamed the kingdom Sindangsari to Cigondewah, symbolizing the bloodshed and transformation that occurred during the battle.

What did Margaasih do after conquering Sindangsari?

After conquering Sindangsari, Margaasih flourished and began paying tribute to Prabu Siliwangi of Pajajaran, consolidating their power and influence.