Gods
Manaul
In Philippine Mythology, Manaul is a legendary bird mentioned in the Code of Kalantiaw–a sacred code from Panay island. The document says that killing this bird is punishable by death.
Tubluck Lawi
As defined in the digital comic, Tubluck Lawi is the lord and master of Singgit, which is the highest realm in heaven. Although the myth Descent of Manaul describes Manaul as the favorite pet of Tubluck Lawi, other versions mention that Manaul sought revenge with this lord. Other sources even mention that Manaul was sent to prison by king Tubluck Lawi.
Kaptan
Kaptan is known as the supreme sky god. He is also called Bathala and/or Abba in some stories. As the ruler of Kahilwayan, the skyworld, he can control the wind and the lightning. In some myths–one of which is Wrath of Kaptan–Maguayan is his wife.
Maguayan
Known as the first goddess of the sea and water, Maguayan was created by Kanlaon as the female part of creation to balance Kaptan. In some myths, she represents Kaptan’s wife and had an argument with him, and this made her leave and go down to cool off in the sea. She has the power of starting tsunamis, floods, whirlpools, and heavy rain when angered.
Anito
Anito is present in the indigenous Philippine folk religions and refers to nature spirits, ancestor spirits, and deities. Depending on the ethnic group, the term may have other meanings and associations. Among Visayans, anito is also known as diwata. It may also stand for the carved figures and statues that represent the spirits.
Diwata
Diwata is most popularly known as a “fairy” or a nature spirit that looks over a certain piece of land. This idea of diwata or anito was present in different religions throughout the country, especially in ancient Filipino culture. The idea of diwata remained more noticeable in Visayas and Mindanao, whereas anito was more noticeable in Luzon.
Maklium-sa-t'wan
Maklium-sa-t’wan is known as the god of the plains and valleys.
Maklium-sa-badigan
Maklium-sa-badigan is known as the god of fire.
Maklium-sa-tubig
Maklium-sa-tubig is known as the god of the sea.
Kasaray-sarayan-sa-silgan
Kasaray-sarayan-sa-silgan is known as the god of rivers and streams.
Suklang-Malayon
Suklang-Malayon is known as the goddess of happy homes.
Magdan-durunuon
Magdan-durunuon is known as the god of hidden lakes.
Saragan-ka-bagtiw
Saragan-ka-bagtiw is known as the god of storms.
Kanlaon
Kanlaon, Laon, or Lalaon is the supreme goddess and creator. She oversees the harvest, plagues, and locusts.
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