The dahong palay (also spelled dahon palay) is the name of the favored sword of those who live near the sea in the province of Batangas, Philippines. A dahong palay is a dreaded poisonous snake that resembles the leaf of a rice plant. The sword, also named after it’s leaf-like shape, is a tool used by farmers who work in the rice fields. However, during the revolution, some Batanguenos depended on this sword as their primary weapon.
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sebio, a thin but strong man, saves his future fiance by letting himself get bitten by a deadly dahong-palay instead of her.
"Dahong Palay" is set in a remote barrio in the Philippines, where superstitions and folk beliefs play a significant role in the lives of the characters. The setting reflects the cultural richness and traditions of rural Philippine communities.
In "Dahong Palay," Sebio is a manipulative and cunning character who uses his influence and power to control the people in the village for his own gain. He is a wealthy landowner who exploits the poverty of the farmers and is willing to resort to violence to maintain his control.
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"Dahong Palay" is a folk legend from the Philippines about a giant rooster, known as the "King of Chickens," that terrorizes a village. It is believed that the rooster's red feathers bring bad luck and misfortune to those who encounter it. The story serves as a cautionary tale about the consequences of greed and disobedience.
the character of the story are Sebio,Tia binay,Merci,Carmeling,Lourdes,Milio,Kiko,Anita,Tonio,Pacio,Nanay,
Arturo B. Rotor has written: 'Dahong Palay'
Sebio was viewed with suspicion and fear after the Dahong Palay incidents as the community believed he was potentially dangerous or possessed supernatural powers. Some people avoided him out of fear, while others sought his help or advice to protect themselves from supernatural threats.