From Buddhism to Islam: An Interpretation of the Javanese Literature of the Transition

Abstract

The Kraton religion of 15th century Java is complex, sophisticated and syncretic, and is generally characterised by the nameShiva Buddha, an expression implying a syncretic blending of Shivaism and Buddhism. Within less than two centuries, however, this religion had been displaced from its dominant position, many of its holy books were destroyed, and Java was under the exclusive rule of Muslim kings. A study of this period of transition from one dominant religious tradition to another involves the consideration of many important questions, perhaps the most significant of which is: how much was involved in the change of religion?

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