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Tondo Kingdom Pardon Document Discovered
The Laguna Copperplate Inscription is a significant historical artifact that contains a formal pardon issued by Jayadewa, the Lord Minister of Pailah, to Namwaran and his relatives. Dated 900, this inscription reveals insights into the governance and social structures of the Kingdom of Tondo, located in present-day Philippines. It highlights the role of debt and forgiveness in societal relationships, shedding light on the administrative practices of ancient Southeast Asian societies. The discovery of this inscription marks an important milestone in understanding pre-colonial Philippine history.
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