What is the setting of the epic of Labaw Donggon?
Hinilawod’s setting is in Sulod a part of central Panay. This epic poem means “from the mouth of the halawod rivers”. The focus of the story is the three Sulodnon Demigod brothers named Labaw Donggon, Humadapnon and Dumalapdap. Capiz is a part of Panay island.
How did the story of Hinilawod end?
They fought and Buyong Makabagting was no match to Humadapnon’s strength and skill. The fight ended when Buyong Makabagting surrendered and even promised to aid Humadapnon in his quest. Humadapnon married the goddess and brought her home.
Who is Labaw Donggon in Hinilawod?
Labaw Donggon is the eldest son of Abyang Alunsina, daughter of Kaptan (the king of the gods) and Datu Paubari, a mortal man and the ruler of Hinilawod. Labaw Donggon was on an adventure where he knew about Anggoy Ginbitinan and wanted her to be his wife.
What is the theme of the epic Hinilawod?
Hinilawod or the Tales From The Mouth of The Halawod River tells the story of a goddess who married a mortal and the adventures of her three demigod sons. The moral stories found throughout the epic are: True and faithful love shall and always prevail. Deference to your parents and elders will always be rewarded.
Why is Hinilawod an epic?
Hinilawod is an epic poem written by the early inhabitants of Sulod in central Panay who lived by the mouth of the Halawod River. It literally means “Tales From The Mouth of The Halawod River.” Hinilawod is thus considered to be one of the longest epics known—even longer than the “Iliad” which has 15,700 verses.
What does Hinilawod mean?
Tales From The Mouth of The Halawod River
What is the longest epic in the world?
Mahabharata
Who killed Manalintad?
The father agreed in one condition: Labaw Donggon must kill the monster Manalintad as part of his dowry. Labaw Donggon agreed and went away to confront the monster. With the help of his magic belt, he was able to kill the Manalintad.
Why did Labaw Donggon win the hand?
The marriage was finalized when Labaw Donggon’s parents met, and discussed with, the maiden’s parents. Using his “pamlang” (magical charm), Labaw Donggon built a giant house with ten roof-tops and a hundred doors without difficulty. That’s how he win the hand of Anggoy Gibintinan.
Is Labaw Donggon polygamous?
In Labaw Donggon, chanted by a man, the hero is highly masculine, roaringly polygamous, and power-stricken.