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Myths in the Philippines?

Lots of stupid myths in the Philippines. In Luzon, in the mountains of Cagayan; there are stupid myths about "chanaks" and "aswangs". Meaning demon-babies and aswangs, meaning half-vampire and half-human. Also, Filipinos are prone to a lot of religious dogma and completely crap myths. Unlike the traditional myths of Buddhism and Hinduism, those are "cool" myths. But myths in the Philippines are just plain stupid and meant to scare people.


What are some different examples of legends and fables in the Philippines?

Some examples of legends from the Philippines include the legend of the pineapple, the legend of Maria Makiling, and the legend of the Sarimanok. Fables in the Philippines include "The Monkey and the Turtle," "The Bear and the Turtle," and "The Story of Bantugan."


The name of the theory for the origin of the Philippines?

The theory for the origin of the Philippines is called the Out of Sundaland or the "sunda shelf" theory. This theory suggests that the first settlers of the Philippines came from Sundaland, a prehistoric landmass that included present-day Southeast Asia and parts of Indonesia.


What is the meaning of Philippine folklore?

Philippine folklore refers to the traditional beliefs, myths, legends, and tales that have been passed down through generations in the Philippines. These stories often involve supernatural beings, mythical creatures, and cultural practices that reflect the unique history, values, and beliefs of Filipino culture.


The Origin of the Coconut is a Visayan legend?

Too bad this sentence is actually declaring something instead of asking. You can't just put a question mark at the end and make it a sentence. Come on.To answer your statement, there are many myths and legends about the origin of the coconut as it is a common edible fruit in many tropical areas. Cultures that have myths relating to the origin of the coconut (Cocos nucifera) include Hawaiian, Malayan, and Hindu. The list goes on.

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Philippines' origin according to myths and legends?

According to Filipino myths and legends, the Philippines was believed to have been made by different gods and goddesses from floating islands or mystical creatures. One popular legend is the story of Bathala, the supreme god, who created the world and all living beings including humans. Another legend involves the giant Sarimanok bird transforming into the islands that now make up the Philippines.


Are myths and legends actually real?

myths and legends are not real but barts of it are


Why are urban legend's called urban legends?

They are not always called urban Legends. They can be called Urban Myths, Urban Tales or Urban Stories. And they are not necessarily from and 'Urban' origin.


Origin of man myths and and legends?

There are a variety of legends and beliefs when it comes to the origin of man. Religious people believe man was created by God. There are even some people who believe aliens from another planet created humans.


Are there any myths or legends in Morocco?

Thre are some myths and like 5 legends in Morocco


Are there any myths or legends about Diwali?

There are no myths about Diwali


What are the Shoshone Legends?

The Shoshone legends are myths that are true.


Are there and myths or legends about papua new guinea?

there are many legends and myths from PNG that are not published in books but are told through generations and generations. these generations then tell the legends and myths to their friends, colleagues or workmates.


Are Aliens a mythilodgicail?

they have lots of myths and legends over as the years went by they have lots of myths and legends over as the years went by


Are there any myths and legends about the moon?

is there any myth or legends on moon


Where did myths and legends originate from?

from algeria


Do most countries have myths and legends?

no