Pre-Colonial Philippine Literature Flashcards
The verses were addressed to the ears rather than the eyes.
Baybayin
It showcases Filipino wit, literary talent, and keen observation of the surroundings.
Riddles
Give the 3 purposes of Bugtong
To entertain
To educate
To preserve the culture
These are epigrams/maxims/proverbs. Allegories or parables that impart lessons for the young.
Proverbs
Salawikain and Sawikain
It is used in witchcraft and enchantments.
Bulong or Chants
It is used in teasing or to comment on a person’s acutations.
Kasabihan or Sayings
It is the traditional poetry of the Hanunoo Mangyans of Oriental Mindoro which is normally inscribed on bamboo using a pre-colonial syllabic writing system called the Surat Mangyan.
Ambahan
Originated from various ethnic groups. Some examples are Story of Bathala, Visayan Vision, and The Legend of Maria Makiling.
Myths
Give some examples of mythical creatures.
Aswang, Diwata, Dwende, Tikbalang, Mangkukulam
Give some examples of ancient metrical tales
Hudhud Hi Aliguyon (Ifugao), Biagni Lam-ang (Ilocos), Ibalon (Bicol), Darangan (Mindanao), Hinilawod (Panay), Tuwaang (Bagobo), Ulaliim (Kalinga), Agyu or Olahing (Manobo), Sandayo (Subanon)
It is a form of folk lyric which expresses the people’s hopes, aspirations, and lifestyles. It is inspired by the reaction of the people to their environment.
Folk Songs
Give examples of folk songs
Uyayi or Lullaby, Kumintang (war song), kundiman (melancholic love song), harana (serenade), tagay (drinking song), mambayu (kalinga rice/pounding song), subli (dance/ritual song of courtship or marriage), tagulaylay (songs of the dead)
