Aspects of femininity in the filipino concept of the divine as found in ancient filipino myths

Date of Publication

1994

Document Type

Dissertation

Degree Name

Doctor of Education Major in Religious Education and Values Education

Subject Categories

Religion

College

College of Liberal Arts

Department/Unit

Theology and Religious Education

Thesis Adviser

Andrew B. Gonzalez, FSC

Defense Panel Chair

Erlinda H. Bragado

Defense Panel Member

Fernando Elesterio
Jaime A. Belita, CM
Basilio Balajadia

Abstract/Summary

This study determines if femininity exists in the archetype of the divine, or goddess, for ancient Filipinos.Examined from a feminist perspective, at least 69 major and minor goddesses were identified which were present in various Philippine myths. This showed that the Filipino image of the Divine contained not just a masculine but also a feminine archetype.The goddesses were classified under various cosmic and social functions showing that the feminine was responding to various needs of people.The goddess was often portrayed in a relationship and interaction with the male god. Lastly, the feminine archetype was described in both positive and negative aspects.In terms of feminist theology, the recovery of the goddess in Philippine myths affirms, and provides, a mythological basis for advancing certain positions relative to the need for acknowledging the important role of the feminist agenda.

Abstract Format

html

Language

English

Format

Print

Accession Number

TG02378

Shelf Location

Archives, The Learning Commons, 12F Henry Sy Sr. Hall

Physical Description

133 numb. leaves ; Computer print-out

Keywords

Femininity of God; Mythology, Philippine; Image of God; Goddesses

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