What is Magtatangal?

“The seventh was called magtatangal, and his purpose was to show himself at night to many persons, without his head or entrails. In such wise the devil walked about and carried, or pretended to carry, his head to different places; and, in the morning, returned it to his body—remaining, as before, alive.

Is Bakunawa from Bicol?

Bakunawa is a sea serpent deity of Bicolano and Visayan origin.

What religion is bathala?

It was after the arrival of the Spanish missionaries in the Philippines in the 16th century that Bathala Maykapal came to be identified as the Christian God, thus its synonymy with Diyos….Bathala.

What is Sibi in Tagalog?

Translation for word Alibi in Tagalog is : dahilan.

Are there any mythical creatures in Philippine folklore?

Philippine folklore is a treasure trove of strange mythical creatures that have stood the test of time. Just mention the names aswang , encanto , kapre , tikbalang or tiyanak and you’ll get most Filipinos—especially the young ones—turning into scaredy cats.

Who is the dumb giant in Philippine folklore?

Some Filipino folk tales portray Bungisngis as a dumb giant far less threatening than their Greek/Roman counterparts. But since Philippine mythology is based more on oral traditions than an organized pantheon, Bungisngis was lost to a variety of interpretations.

What’s the name of the bull in Philippine mythology?

Sarangay. Just like the ordinary bull, Sarangay also emits smoke in its nose when angered. This bull-headed creature, which joins other demon-like beings in the lower Philippine mythology, is also known as the local folklore’s equivalent of Greek’s Minotaur.

What kind of creature is the Tikbalang in the Philippines?

According to Philippine folklore, the tikbalang is a malevolent creature that scares people at night and is sometimes responsible for killing livestock. The tikbalang likes to boast of its speed and likes to challenge people to races. If you happen to meet one, you can tame it so it becomes your lifelong servant.