Tambak Ganggeng - (Wayang Kulit)

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Tambak Ganggeng - a descendant of Gajahangunangun
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TitleTambak Ganggeng - (Arya) - Mahabharata
Other names
Size50 cm
Personal dataTambak Ganggeng was a descendant of Gajahangunangun, a human created from an elephant who was spoken by Resi Palasara when he was enthroned in the Gajahoya kingdom.
AppearanceArya Tambakgangeng had a tall and large stature, had the following traits and characteristics; honest, loyal, very devoted and brave.
CollectionPrivate collection


Tambak Ganggeng – (Arya) – Mahabharata

Arya Tambak Ganggeng was a prime minister in the Amarta state under the reign of Prabu Puntadewa/Yudhistira.

Hereditarily, the descendants of Gajahangunangun served the descendants of Resi Palasara, starting from Prabu Kresnadipayana (Bagawan Abiyasa) who became the king of the Astina state, Prabu Pandu to Arya Tambak Ganggeng who served the Pandawa family in the Amarta state.

In addition to mastering the science of government and statecraft, he was also skilled in military skills, especially playing mace and trident weapons. During the Bharatayudha war, the prime minister Tambak Ganggeng led the Amarta troops into battle.
Tambak Ganggeng died in the battle against Adipati Karna, king of the Awangga country.


Source: History of Wayang Purwa - Hardjowirogo - PN Balai Pustaka – 1982