Theory of Religion: C. Geertz Definition and Filipino Cosmogonic Myths
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What is 'panata' in Filipino culture?

  • A special power of the Babaylan
  • A sacred center of power and devotion
  • An expression of motivation and practice in religion
  • Vows usually involving sacrifices (correct)
  • Which Filipino belief involves the concept of 'init' and 'lamig'?

  • Amok
  • Bangungot
  • Lihi
  • Pasma (correct)
  • What is the role of a mambabarang in Filipino culture?

  • To perform massages for pregnant women
  • To greet babies and prevent illnesses
  • To recite spells during childbirth
  • To use voodoo to cause sickness (correct)
  • Which Filipino belief involves intense cravings during pregnancy?

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

    What is 'Sikopatolohiya' associated with in the Philippines?

    <p>'Mental' disorders specific to the Philippines</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to C. Geertz, how does religion establish moods and motivations in men?

    <p>By formulating conceptions of a general order of existence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In Filipino cosmogonic myths, which term is used to refer to a supreme god or being?

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

    Fr. Jaime Bulatao describes the Filipino worldview as essentially transpersonal, which implies that:

    <p>The individual is part of a living world</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What cultural figure replaced Bathala in Filipino beliefs?

    <p>Santisima Trinidad</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What term is used in Folk Catholicism to identify Jesus Christ in Filipino cultural traditions?

    <p>Sto. Nino</p> Signup and view all the answers

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