DRAMA ‘BERDIRINYA KERAJAAN DEMAK’ || X IPA 2 & 6

Summary

The story follows the rise of Sultan Demak, Raden Patah, whose journey begins with his birth to Shio Banci, a concubine of King Brawijaya of Majapahit. Amidst the chaos of a crumbling Majapahit, Raden Patah, along with his half-brother Raden Husein, spreads Islam across Java. After the fall of Majapahit to Gerindrawardhana, Raden Patah leads a successful campaign to reclaim the land, backed by local Islamic communities. The story culminates in the founding of the Sultanate of Demak, with Raden Patah crowned as its first Sultan, marking a pivotal moment in the spread of Islam in Indonesia.

Takeaways

• 😀 Raden Patah was born to a concubine of King Brawijaya and was eventually exiled to Palembang after a dispute between the queen and the concubine.
• 😀 Raden Patah later grew up to be a key figure in spreading Islam in Java, alongside his brother Raden Husein.
• 😀 Both Raden Patah and Raden Husein became students under Sunan Ngampel, learning and embracing Islamic teachings.
• 😀 Raden Patah's dream was to spread Islam across Java, making the island a center for Islamic teachings.
• 😀 Raden Patah was instructed by Sunan Ngampel to establish a new pesantren (Islamic boarding school) as part of his mission.
• 😀 Following the collapse of Majapahit, Raden Patah took action, leading an Islamic force to confront the ruler of Majapahit, Girindrawardhana.
• 😀 With the support of the sunans, Raden Patah led an attack on Girindrawardhana and helped in the eventual fall of Majapahit.
• 😀 After Majapahit was conquered, Raden Patah became known as Sultan Patah and was instrumental in the establishment of the Demak Sultanate.
• 😀 The Demak Sultanate was established as a key center for spreading Islam and ensuring the welfare of its people.
• 😀 Sultan Patah was officially appointed as the Sultan of Demak, marking the founding of the Sultanate with Bintoro as its capital.

Q & A

What was the relationship between Brawijaya and Shio Banci?

Brawijaya, the last king of Majapahit, had a concubine named Shio Banci. However, his queen, Ratu Dua Rawati, became jealous of Shio Banci, which led Brawijaya to divorce her. Shio Banci was later sent to Palembang while pregnant with Brawijaya's child, Raden Patah.

Who is Raden Patah and what role did he play in the establishment of the Demak Sultanate?

Raden Patah was the son of Brawijaya and Shio Banci. He later became the founder of the Demak Sultanate. After Majapahit collapsed, he established a new kingdom in Demak, spreading Islam and creating a center of Islamic influence on the island of Java.

What event led to the decline of the Majapahit Empire?

The Majapahit Empire began to decline due to internal power struggles, with officials fighting for power and wealth. Additionally, a series of invasions weakened the kingdom, notably when Gerindra Wardana successfully attacked Majapahit, killing Prabu Kertabumi, the last ruler of Majapahit.

How did Raden Patah contribute to the spread of Islam in Java?

Raden Patah traveled across Java, learning Islam under the guidance of Sunan Ngampel. He later established a pesantren (Islamic school) in Gelagah Wangi and began spreading Islam throughout Java, aiming to make the island a center of Islamic teachings.

What role did the Sunans play in the creation of the Demak Sultanate?

The Sunans, including figures like Sunan Ngampel and Sunan Bonang, played a significant role in supporting Raden Patah's efforts to spread Islam. They provided guidance and helped him establish the Demak Sultanate, which focused on the dissemination of Islamic teachings and the welfare of the people.

What was the significance of Raden Patah’s victory over Gerindra Wardana?

Raden Patah's victory over Gerindra Wardana marked the fall of Majapahit and solidified his position as a leader. The victory also led to the establishment of the Demak Sultanate as a stronghold for Islam in Java.

What title was Raden Patah given after his victory?

After his victory, Raden Patah was given the title Sultan Alam Akbar Al Fatah, signifying his new role as the Sultan of Demak and his efforts in spreading Islam.

What did the Demak Sultanate focus on after its establishment?

The Demak Sultanate was established to ensure the spread of Islam and the welfare of its people. It became an Islamic kingdom with its capital in Bintoro, focusing on both religious teachings and governance.

How did the common people contribute to Raden Patah's campaign?

The common people of Java, many of whom had already embraced Islam, joined Raden Patah's forces in the battle against Gerindra Wardana. They fought using a variety of tools and weapons, demonstrating the widespread support for Raden Patah's cause.

What role did Raden Husein play in the events surrounding the fall of Majapahit?

Raden Husein, Raden Patah's half-brother, was appointed as the Adipati of Terung. He fought alongside Raden Patah and played an important role in the efforts to bring down the Majapahit kingdom and help establish the Demak Sultanate.