Pre-Colonial Literature.pdf

Pre -Colonial Period Literature  T he literar yhistor yof the Philippines' early periods holds signif icant impor tance, spanning a vast timeline from approximately 50,000 years ago to the 14th centur yA.D. Ar tifacts discovered, such as those found in the Tabon Cave of Palawan, provide insigh...

Pre -Colonial Period Literature  T he literar yhistor yof the Philippines' early periods holds signif icant impor tance, spanning a vast timeline from approximately 50,000 years ago to the 14th centur yA.D. Ar tifacts discovered, such as those found in the Tabon Cave of Palawan, provide insights into the indigenous cultures that thrived before Spanish colonization. ese a ifacts, combined with prese ed oral literature, reveal the diverse range of litera forms present during this era.  Oral Tradition: Pre-colonial literature predominantly relied on oral transmission across generations. Language: e language used in literature re ected eve day experiences and expressions. Forms of Expression: Riddles, proverbs, songs, and epics were commonly used to convey thoughts and Key Features of emotions. Pre-colonial Epics: Epics were a prominent form of literature, with over 100 discovered, mostly from Palawan. Literature  Writing System: e ancient script Baybayin was recognized as the National Writing System of the Philippines. emes: Literature often focused on daily activities, nature, and religious practices. Accessibility: Anyone familiar with the language and conventions could be a poet, singer, or sto teller. Religious Connection: Impo ant events were accompanied by recitations, songs, or chants.  Types of Pre-colonial Literature Folk Tales Folk Songs Proverb Legends Chants Riddles Myths Sayings Idioms Epic  Folk Tales ese are timeless stories that have been passed down orally from one generation to another within communities. ey often feature characters and events that teach moral lessons or ente ain, and they are an impo ant pa of a community's cultural heritage.  Folk Tale of not Folk Tale 1. e Sto of the Piña 2.She ’s Dating a Gangster 3. e Monkey and the Tu le 4.Why the Fish Has Scales 5. Har Potter  Legen ds Legends are prose narratives that explain the origins of various things, places, or names. ey often involve historical or mythical gures and events, and they se e to provide context and signi cance to elements of a culture's histo or geography.  Myths Myths are stories that revolve around characters with supernatural qualities, like gods, goddesses, or heroes. ey are used to explain the existence of natural phenomena, the creation of the world, and the origins of cultural beliefs and traditions.  Epics Epics are long narrative poems that focus on heroic feats and accomplishments of legenda characters. ese epic tales are often used to convey cultural values, traditions, and the ideals of a society. ey can be both ente aining and instructive.  Folk Songs Folk songs are expressive musical compositions that re ect the hopes, emotions, and lifestyles of early members of a community or culture. ey are a way of prese ing and transmitting the cultural histo and values of a group through music and lyrics.  Ili - ili Ili-ili Tulog Anay - Visayan Rough English Folk song Translation Ili-ili tulog anay, Sleep for a while. Wala diri imong nanay. Your mother is not Kadto tienda bakal papay. here. Ili-ili tulog anay. Went to the market to  Prover bs Sho wisdom- lled sayings that o er practical advice and re ect a culture's values and norms.  Riddle s Puzzling statements or questions that challenge wit and creativity, often containing cultural references and wordplay.  Chant Rhythmic, repetitive vocal expressions used in rituals and ceremonies, uniting individuals and conveying emotions or beliefs.  Sayings Brief, memorable expressions that capture common experiences, o ering insight into cultural perceptions and communication.  Idioms Expressions with non-literal meanings unique to a culture, revealing linguistic richness and cultural nuances. Proverbs, condensed expressions of wisdom and life advice, were a vital pa of Filipino culture. ey se ed as norms passed on by elders, encouraging positive behaviors among younger generations. Damiana L. Eugenio, known as the "Mother of Philippine Folklore," categorized proverbs into six groups based on their themes and purposes.  ank you for listening and pa icipating in the discussion