Water Symbolism in Philippine Culture
7,107ish islands surrounded by water; they have to mean something…
65 Water Deities and Spirits in Philippine Mythology
For children of the water, there’s only one ocean diety but scores across thirty-plus different cultures and beliefs.
Kaluwalhatian (Bathala’s Abode/God’s Home/Heaven) Mandala
The meaning and symbology behind this tattoo design.
Filipino Mandalas
When cultures around the world influence each other and bring life to something new.
Snakes in Filipino Mythology: Icons of Power and Transformation
Filipino Folklores meet the Mandala.
The Multifaceted Role of Philippine Folklore and Mythology
An explanation of the multifaceted roles and critical insights explored, underlining the intricate nature and cultural importance of Philippine folklore and mythology.
Tattoos for Ancestral Connection
Questions (and explanations) delving into the multifaceted aspects of ancestral connections across cultural and spiritual traditions, exploring the role of tattoos as cultural markers and avenues for ancestral reverence.
Filipino Tattooing: Evolution Unveiled
An examination of the changing perception of tattooing in Filipino culture over the past 25 years.
Filipino Tattooing: Complex Origins
These questions analyze the trend of linking Filipino tattooing to the Austronesian family and its implications.
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