17 November 2024 Lifted from Joel Lopez  The cultural significance of golden jewelry in pre-colonial Visayan clothing is multifaceted and deeply intertwined with their social structure, beliefs, and artistic traditions. Unfortunately, detailed written records from that era are scarce, leaving us to interpret the significance based on archaeological findings, oral histories, and comparisons with similar cultures. However, we can make some informed inferences:   - Status and Wealth: Gold, being a rare and precious metal, was undoubtedly a symbol of wealth and high social standing. The quantity and quality of gold jewelry worn would have indicated a person's affluence and position within their community. Elaborate pieces, intricate designs, and the use of large amounts of gold would have signaled elite status. - Tribal Identity and Affiliation: Different Visayan tribes likely had distinct styles and designs in their gold jewelry. Specific patterns, motifs, and techniques could

17 November 2024 Lifted from Joel Lopez  Photo credit from the owner  Datu Paduhinog, also known as Datu Paduhinog Irong-Irong, was one of the ten Bornean datus who, according to the Maragtas, fled the tyranny of Sultan Makatu Nao in Borneo and settled in Panay Island, Philippines.   Here's what we can glean from the search results:   - Arrival in Panay: The ten datus, led by Datu Puti, sailed to Panay Island in search of a new home. They encountered the Aeta people, the indigenous inhabitants of the island, and negotiated the purchase of the land for a golden salakot (hat) and a gold necklace.  - Division of Land: After settling in Panay, the ten datus divided the island among themselves. Datu Paduhinog is associated with the region of Irong-Irong, which corresponds to present-day Iloilo.  - "Irong-Irong": This part of his name, "Irong-Irong," is often translated as "long nose" or "pointed nose." It may have been a descriptive nickname or

17 November 2024 Lifted from Joel Lopez  The Story of Maragtas The Maragtas is a captivating story that tells the tale of the ten Bornean datus who fled their homeland and established a new life in the Philippines. It's a blend of history and legend, passed down through generations in oral tradition, and offers a glimpse into the early origins of the Visayan people.   Here's a summarized version of the Maragtas story:   The Journey Begins:   - Oppression in Borneo: The story begins in Borneo, where ten datus, noblemen with their families and followers, were living under the tyrannical rule of Sultan Makatu Nao. - Seeking a New Home: The datus, tired of the sultan's oppressive rule, decided to escape and find a new home where they could live in peace and freedom. - The Voyage: They embarked on a perilous journey, sailing across the treacherous seas in search of a suitable land.   Arrival in Panay:   - Encountering the Aetas: After a long and arduous voyage, the datus fin

Lifted from Taga Mindanao Mt. Kulago Impasug-ong BUKIDNON  Taga Mindanao Link https://www.facebook.com/share/r/PGD73TPw1KsXNETj/

Lifted from the Archlight The case of the POT CALLING THE KETTLE BLACK Sinabi ni Pangulong Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. na hindi haharangin ng kanyang administrasyon ang International Criminal Court (ICC) sa pag-iimbestiga sa kampanya kontra droga ng administrasyon ni Duterte ngunit hindi rin ito makikipagtulungan. Ito ay matapos hamunin ni dating Pangulong Rodrigo Duterte ang ICC na magsagawa ng agarang imbestigasyon sa kanyang drug war, na iniuugnay sa pagkamatay ng libu-libong tao, sa isang pagdinig ng House Quad Committee (QuadComm) noong Miyerkules.

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