Filipinos Shows Respect to their Elders

November 20, 2008 · Posted in Philippine Traditions · Comment 

Influences from the South East Asian Migrations and other Asian migrations to the islands known as the Philippines are many fold, but one very strong influence that holds even today, is a respect for their elders. From youth, Filipinos are taught to respect those who are older than them. Not only have the elders given birth and raised many, but in their age, they have grown wiser, more experienced, and have, by tradition earned the respect of younger generations.
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Most Filipinos Visits Their Loved Ones Who Have Passed Away

November 2, 2008 · Posted in Philippine Traditions · Comment 

Many of us flock to the cemetery on Nov.1 just to show our big visit to those dear to us. It’s our tradition already to bring baskets of flowers, special ones, and very decorative candles. Some also bring food and eat supper at the cemetery. Maybe most of us would like to think that our loved ones are now saints in heaven.
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