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Sang Nila Utama and the Lion

In short: Read how an animal Sang Nila Utama sees on Temasek becomes associated with the name Singapura.

Sang Nila Utama and the Lion · A name born from an encounter FAIRY TALE ATLAS · № 133 Sang Nila Utama and the Lion Read how an animal Sang Nila Utama sees on Temasek becomes associated with the name Singapura. Origin A Singapore naming legend in the Malay Annals. Atlas record 1821 First appearance Exact date unknown SIGNATURE MOTIF A name born from an encounter Reach¹ 1/10 Suggested age² 8+ Member rating No votes yet 1 records · 1 countries or regions blackhorsestories.com

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Origin and tradition

A Singapore naming legend in the Malay Annals.

After coming ashore, the prince sees an animal move swiftly away. He is told it is a lion. A fleeting encounter becomes a legend about a place name. I’m Black Horse. What is the difference between what the prince sees and what he is told?

Dated records and sources

  1. 1821 · Temasek, Singapore
    Sejarah Melayu · John Leyden translation · National Library Board

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