History:
Sailendra is an ancient Indian name, derived from the Sanskrit words “saila” meaning mountain and “endra” meaning king.
The Sailendra dynasty was a powerful Buddhist dynasty that ruled over parts of Southeast Asia from the 8th to the 13th centuries. The dynasty was founded by Dapunta Hyang Sri Jayanasa, a Brahmin prince who converted to Buddhism and established the Sailendra kingdom in the Malay Archipelago.
Description:
The Sailendras were known for their patronage of the arts, particularly architecture. They are credited with building many Buddhist monuments, including the Borobudur temple in Java and the Prambanan temple in Central Java.
Sailendras practiced a form of Buddhism known as Mahayana, which emphasized the importance of compassion and non-violence. They also believed in the transmigration of souls, and were known to practice ancestor worship.
Variations of the name Sailendra include Sailendran, Sailendraa, Sailendrah, and Sailendram.
