The legend of Sang Nila Utama is a classic and adventurous story that became the basis for the founding of Singapore. Here’s the story:
The origins of Sang Nila Utama
Sang Nila Utama was a prince from the Srivijaya Kingdom in Palembang, South Sumatra.
He was known as a tough hunter and wise leader.
New Land Search:
At one time, the Srivijaya Kingdom experienced hunger and hardship.
Sang Nila Utama decided to look for new land that was fertile and prosperous for his people.
He sailed with his followers, exploring the seas with full confidence.
Sang Nila Utama: (facing his followers) Brothers, we cannot let our people suffer from hunger any longer.
We must look for a new land that is fertile and full of blessings.
Disciple 1: (excited) That’s right, the King! We are ready to follow you anywhere.
Disciple 2: (greeting) Let’s sail in search of a prosperous land!
Sang Nila Utama: (looking at the ocean) We will explore this ocean with full confidence. God will guide our steps. Prepare the ships, brothers!
(The followers are busy preparing the ships for the journey. Large and small ships are preparing together on the shore.)
Disciple 3: (asks) King, where are we going?
Sang Nila Utama: (with determination) We will explore this ocean to the east. Who knows, there we will find fertile and prosperous land.
(The ships sail away from the coast, entering the vast ocean. Sang Nila Utama and his followers look to the horizon with high hopes.)
Disciple 4: (with enthusiasm) May God protect our journey and give us the land we seek!
The Main Nila: (grateful) Amen! We will sail with courage and confidence. This is our duty to our people and kingdom.
(Their journey begins, crossing the vast sea in search of new land that will bring blessings to the Srivijaya Kingdom.)
The legend of Sang Nila Utama is a classic and adventurous story that became the basis for the founding of Singapore. Here’s the story:
Encounter with Sea-Lions:
After sailing for some time, Sang Nila Utama and his entourage arrived near an island.
While hunting on the island, he was surprised by a mythical creature called the Sea-Lion, a lion with the head and body of a lion, but a tail resembling a fish.
The Main Nila
(Standing on the boat, looking at the open sea)
“We’ve been sailing for months, but we haven’t found the new land we were looking for. Our people are hungry and in difficulty. I have to find fertile and prosperous land for them.”
Admiral
(Walk closer to Sang Nila Utama)
“Your Majesty, we have sailed as far as possible. Maybe we should give up and return to Sriwijaya.”
The Main Nila
(Turns body and looks at Admiral)
“No, we will not give up. I will continue to search for new lands for my people.”
The followers of Sang Nila Utama
(Shout)
“Hooray! The Nila Utama will lead us to discover new lands!”
The Main Nila
(Nod)
“Thank you for your support. We will continue sailing and will not give up before finding new land.”
(Later, Sang Nila Utama’s ship arrived near an island. Sang Nila Utama and his party decided to land and explore the island.)
The Main Nila
(Walking along the beach, looking at the dense trees and plants)
“This is a beautiful island. I’m sure we can live well here.”
Admiral
(Nod)
“Yes, Your Majesty. This island is fertile and has many natural resources.”
(Later, Sang Nila Utama and his entourage met a mythical creature called the Sea-Lion.)
The Main Nila
(Surprised)
“What’s that?”
Admiral
(Looking towards the Sea-Lion)
“It’s a Sea-Lion, a mythical creature said to be the guardian of this island.”
Sea lions
(Pounces on the Main Nila)
The Main Nila
(Shout)
“Ouch!”
(The Main Tilapia managed to escape from the Sea-Lion’s attack. He threw his crown at the Sea-Lion.)
The Main Nila
(Throws the crown)
“This is for you!”
(Sang Nila Utama’s crown got stuck on a tree. Sang Nila Utama thought that the Sea-Lion had killed him and the crown got stuck on his head.)
The Main Nila
(Looks towards the tree)
“I die?”
(Later, Sang Nila Utama realized that the island was actually white sand and fertile. He named the island “Singapura”, which means “Lion City” in Malay.)
The Main Nila
(Looking at the island of Singapore)
“This is the perfect place for us. I will make it a new land for my people.”
(Sang Nila Utama and his entourage built the kingdom of Singapore. The Kingdom of Singapore developed into an important port and bustling trade center.)
(The story of Sang Nila Utama has become an important symbol of Singapore’s national identity and symbolizes the spirit of adventure, leadership and prosperity.)
(The statue of Sang Nila Utama stands proudly on the Singapore River, serving as a reminder of its important role in the founding of Singapore.)
The moral message in the story of Sang Nila Utama
The moral message in the story of Sang Nila Utama revolves around the following themes:
Courage and Determination: Sang Nila Utama showed extraordinary courage and determination by setting sail to find a new place for his kingdom.
It teaches us the importance of taking risks and stepping out of our comfort zone.
Leadership: Sang Nila Utama is a leader who sees potential in what he initially thought was an island inhabited by lions.
He was able to gather his people and build a new kingdom, Singapura.
This emphasizes the importance of vision and the ability to guide others.
Respect for Nature: Legend has it that Sang Nila Utama mistook the lion for a mythical creature.
This highlights the need to understand and appreciate the natural world, and live in harmony with it.
The Importance of Adaptation: Sang Nila Utama and its people must adapt to the new environment and culture.
The story teaches us to be flexible, accept change, and be open to learning new ways.
Chasing Dreams: Founding Singapore symbolizes the pursuit of big dreams and the importance of having an unyielding spirit.
Important Note: Remember that the story of Sang Nila Utama is a legend.
The moral messages we get from it are interpretive and offer life values that we can take away.