The Maranao People

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The Maranao people have lived on the Southern Philippine island of Mindanao since the 16th century.

False (B)

Maranao means 'people of the lake' and refers to Lake Lanao in the province of Lanao del Sur.

True (A)

The Maranao society adheres to the matriarchal system, with females occupying the highest positions.

False (B)

Polygamy is not practiced among the Maranao people.

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In Islam, Muslim men are allowed to marry up to four women as long as they can treat them all equitably.

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Which term best describes the Subanen's social organization?

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What is the meaning of 'Subanon'?

<p>River locality (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many subgroups of Subanon are there?

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What is the traditional marriage practice among the Subanen?

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Is there a political hierarchy at the village level among the Subanen?

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Flashcards

Maranao History

The Maranao people have lived on the Southern Philippine island of Mindanao since the 16th century.

Maranao Meaning

Maranao means 'people of the lake' and refers to Lake Lanao in the province of Lanao del Sur.

Maranao Social Structure

Maranao society does not adhere to the matriarchal system.

Maranao Marriage Traditions

Polygamy is practiced among the Maranao people, following Islamic guidelines allowing men to marry up to four women if they can treat them equitably.

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Islamic Polygamy

Muslim men are allowed to marry up to four women as long as they can treat them all equitably.

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Subanen social organization

Describes the Subanen's social organization.

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Meaning of 'Subanon'

'Subanon' means River locality

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Subanon subgroups

There are 6 subgroups of Subanon

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Subanen Traditional Marriage

The practice of having only one spouse at a time.

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Subanen Village Politics

There is no political hierarchy at the village level among the Subanen.

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Study Notes

Maranao People Overview

  • Reside on Mindanao, Philippines since at least the 13th century.
  • Maranao translates to "people of the lake," linked to Lake Lanao in Lanao del Sur.
  • Lanao is derived from the Bisaya-Cebuano word "Ranao," both referring to "lake."

Cultural Heritage

  • Rich cultural expression includes textiles, metalwork, woodcraft, and architecture.
  • Notable cultural artifacts include awang (dugout boat), sarimanok and naga (cultural motifs), and malong (traditional garment).

Social Structure

  • Society follows a patriarchal system with males holding dominant positions.
  • Highest leadership roles are predominantly occupied by men.

Marital Traditions

  • Polygamy persists as a tradition, allowing Muslim men to have between one to four wives, conditional on equitable treatment.
  • This practice aligns with Islamic teachings regarding marital relationships.

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