History of the Islamic Mataram Kingdom
Islamic Mataram began when Sultan Hadiwijaya came to power in Pajang, Ki Ageng Pemanahan was appointed as regent in Mataram. This gift was a reward for his success in helping to crush Aria Penangsang. In addition, his son, Sutawijaya, was adopted by Sultan Hadiwijaya. In 1575, Ki Ageng Pemanahan died, then Sutawijaya was appointed as regent in Mataram. However, Sutawijaya was not satisfied with just being a regent and wanted to be a king who controlled all of Java. So Sutawijaya strengthened the Mataram defense system. This was known to Hadiwijaya, so he sent troops to attack Mataram. A fierce battle took place in 1582, where the Pajang soldiers suffered defeat. In addition, Sultan Hadiwijaya was sick and then died. Then there was a power struggle among the Pajang nobles. Prince Pangiri, who was Hadiwijaya's son-in-law and also the regent of Demak, came to invade Pajang to seize the throne. However, this was opposed by the Pajang nobles who collaborated with Sutawijaya. Finally, Prince Pangiri was defeated and expelled from Pajang. After conditions began to be safe, Prince Benawa, son of Hadiwijaya, handed over his throne to Sutawijaya. Then the center of government was moved to Mataram in 1586. And the Mataram Kingdom was established.