VOICED : Penitentes filipinos se flagelan en el Viernes Santo

The video discusses the tradition of flagellations during Holy Week in Jagonoy, Philippines. It highlights the personal devotion of participants who believe these rituals help expiate sins and seek divine intervention. Despite the Church's condemnation of such practices, the tradition continues annually. However, the COVID-19 pandemic has led to the cancellation of public events for three consecutive years.

What is the primary reason Catholic penitents in Jagonoy engage in self-flagellation during Holy Week?

• To seek forgiveness for their sins

• To celebrate a local festival

• To gain physical strength

• To protest against the Church

In which location do the Catholic penitents commemorate Holy Week with self-flagellation?

• Davao

• Cebu

• Jagonoy

• Manila

How does the Catholic Church in the Philippines view the practices of self-flagellation and crucifixions?

• It supports them as a form of devotion

• It condemns them and does not promote these practices

• It is indifferent to these practices

• It encourages them as a form of community bonding

What happens to the tradition of self-flagellation when participants complete their penance?

• The tradition stops entirely

• New participants replace those who have completed their penance

• The tradition is moved to another location

• The Church takes over the tradition

Why were the reenactments of Christ's crucifixion canceled for three consecutive years?

• Due to a change in Church policy

• Because of the COVID-19 pandemic

• Due to a lack of participants

• As a result of a government ban