The Srivijaya Empire: Southeast Asia's Forgotten Maritime Superpower — Fexingo History
Srivijaya's Buddhist Monk Envoys to Tang China — Fexingo History
This Fexingo History episode examines Srivijaya's soft power strategy, using Buddhist monk-diplomats to secure trade benefits in Tang China from the 7th to 9th centuries. It highlights Dharmanātha's 695 CE mission, the role of figures like Yijing and Śākyakīrti, and the…