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What is the historical controversy surrounding the first mass in the Philippines?
Whether the first mass happened in Limasawa Island or Mazaua Butuan
What is the main point of contention between the two schools of thought regarding the first mass?
The accuracy of Spanish narratives about Philippine spaces and places
What was the decision made by the National Historical Institute (NHI) regarding the site of the first catholic mass?
Declared Limasawa to be the site of the first catholic mass
How has the pro-Masao group responded to the NHI's decision?
They have continued to assert their claim despite the NHI's decision
What is the significance of the first Eucharistic celebration issue for Filipinos?
It marks the birthplace of Christianity in the Philippines
What kind of matter do people debating on the first mass story find it to be?
A religious and geographical matter
What is the controversy regarding the site of the first Mass celebrated on Philippine soil?
The identity of the place called 'Mazaua' by Pigafetta
Why is there a controversy regarding the site of the first Mass celebrated on Philippine soil?
Conflicting claims about the identity of the place called 'Mazaua' by Pigafetta
What is one of the conflicting claims regarding the site of the first Mass?
The claim that the Mass took place near what was then the village (now a city) of Butuan
Which evidence supports the Butuan claim regarding the site of the first Mass?
The unanimous and unbroken tradition for three centuries
What did Pigafetta refer to as 'Mazaua'?
A little island south of Leyte
What is one of the conflicting claims about 'Mazaua'?
It is a beach called Masao at the mouth of the Agusan River
Explore the historical controversy surrounding the site of the first mass in the Philippines. Understand the competing evidences and claims related to the location of this significant event.
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