Concepts of Royal Sovereignty and Betrayal

Vocabulary flashcards exploring the historical Malay concepts of royal authority (daulat), treason (derhaka), and the social contract between the ruler and subjects.

君权 (Royal Sovereignty)

The symbol of a monarch's governing power, exercised by a Raja or Sultan with wisdom, noble character, and sagacity to ensure the peace and prosperity of the nation.

背叛 (Betrayal / Treason)

The act of people defying or disobeying the commands of the Raja or Sultan, which is believed to result in corresponding punishment, misfortune, or calamity.

拉惹或苏丹 (Raja or Sultan)

The head of government whom the people must revere and respect.

君臣协议 (Ruler-Subject Agreement)

The covenant established between the monarch 斯里德里布阿纳 (Sri Tri Buana) and the people's representative 德芒乐巴尔达温 (Demang Lebar Daun), which gave rise to the concepts of royal sovereignty and betrayal.

daulah

The Arabic word from which the concept of royal sovereignty (君权) originates, meaning state or government.

Profesor Emeritus Datuk Wira Dr. Muhammad Yusoff bin Hashim

The academic source credited for the explanations of royal sovereignty (君权) and betrayal (背叛).