Philippine History Lesson 8
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Which interpretation has historically dominated the belief regarding the site of the first Catholic Mass in the Philippines?

  • The site is in Limasawa, as stated by most scholars.
  • Butuan is recognized widely due to a monument built in 1872. (correct)
  • Historical data suggest the event did not occur as described.
  • There is significant evidence supporting multiple locations.

    • Which island did the sailors visit first after avoiding the land they saw to the northwest?

  • Suluan (correct)
  • Seilani
  • Mazava
  • Gada

    • What is one reason for the shift in the interpretation of the site of the first Mass in the Philippines?

  • New archaeological discoveries contradict the original claims.
  • Public opinion shifted dramatically due to media coverage.
  • Increased scholarship led to more nuanced readings of primary sources. (correct)
  • The original sources were deemed unreliable by later historians.

    • Which of the following primary sources is NOT mentioned as a reference for identifying the site of the first Mass?

    <p>Records from the Spanish Crown.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was notable about the island named Gada where the sailors stopped?

    <p>It was uninhabited and offered wood and water.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which aspect of historiography is emphasized in the examination of the first Catholic Mass's location?

    <p>The multiplicity of interpretations based on evidence.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What latitude did the island of Mazava share with Suluan according to Albo's log?

    <p>9 and two-thirds degrees North</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant event is commemorated by the monument erected in Butuan?

    <p>The celebration of Mass on April 8, 1521.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the Spaniards do on the island of Mazava?

    <p>Planted a cross upon a mountain-top.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which island was known to have gold according to Albo's Log?

    <p>Seilani</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Site of the First Mass in the Philippines

    • The site of the first Catholic Mass in the Philippines has been traditionally believed to be Butuan, with this identification lasting over three centuries.
    • A monument commemorating the first Mass was erected in 1872 near the Agusan River, marking the event celebrated on April 8, 1521.
    • The claim for Butuan's significance is mostly derived from a simplistic interpretation of primary historical sources rather than a comprehensive analysis.

    Historiographical Approaches

    • Recent scholarship encourages a more nuanced reading of evidence, challenging the mainstream views held by both Spanish and Filipino historians regarding the first Mass.
    • Only two primary sources are referenced in relation to the event: the log of Francisco Albo and Antonio Pigafetta's account.

    Francisco Albo's Log

    • Francisco Albo was a pilot on one of Magellan's ships, Trinidad, and was one of the few survivors of the expedition returning to Spain.
    • Albo's log includes detailed observations of their journey, such as the sighting of land and various islands while en route to the Philippines.
    • Key extracts from Albo's log include:
      • The sighting of "Yunagan" on March 16, 1521, and the decision to sail towards Suluan instead due to shallow waters.
      • The anchoring at Suluan, a small island, marked by fleeing locals upon the Spaniards' arrival, located at 9 and two-thirds degrees North Latitude.
      • The expedition's stop at an uninhabited island named "Gada," likely corresponding to Homonhon, where they replenished supplies.

    Pigafetta's Account

    • Antonio Pigafetta, another member of Magellan’s expedition, provided a more complete account of the events, specifically documenting the first Mass.
    • Pigafetta's writings are essential to understanding the context and details surrounding the site of the first Mass, complementing Albo's log.

    Conclusion

    • The debate over the actual site of the first Mass illustrates the complexity of historical interpretation and the importance of analyzing primary sources critically.
    • Understanding these differing views enhances the comprehension of Philippine history and provides insight into the historiographical methods applied to historical events.

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