Pre-colonial Philippine Literature

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A narrative originating and traditional among a people, especially one forming part of the oral tradition of the common people.

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Folk Tale

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Stories intended to teach human values with animals as major characters attributing human qualities.

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Fable

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This is a story of gods and goddesses told using a traditional language explaining mysteries, beliefs and practices.

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Myth

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This is a long narrative paragraph poem about quests and exciting adventures of a hero with unusual strength and power.

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Epic

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These are stories explaining origins handed down from the past and passed through different generations. This is believed by some people but not proven scientifically.

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Legend

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These are truths and wise sayings that are expressed in a language that is popularly known. It is based on common sense and real life experiences.

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Proverbs (Salawikain)

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This is a game in a form of mystifying question and a mind puzzle intended to be solved.

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Riddles (Bugtong)

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This is a form lyrical expression created by people according to their region. Example: sitsiritsit

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Folk Song

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What is HARANA known for?

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Love Songs

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It is locally known as "HELE." These are the songs sung by the parents to put babies into sleep.

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Lullabies