First Mass in the Philippines: Limasawa vs. Butuan

Flashcards covering key terms related to the historical debate on the first mass in the Philippines.

Limasawa

An island in the Province of Leyte, claimed to be the site of the first mass in the Philippines.

Butuan

A city in Agusan del Norte, claimed by some historians to be the actual site of the first mass in the Philippines.

RA 2733

An Act to declare Limasawa Island as the site of the first mass in the Philippines and as a national shrine.

Antonio Pigafetta

An Italian explorer who chronicled Magellan's expedition and is a key figure in the debate over the site of the first mass.

Primary Source

Original documents or artifacts used in historical research, critical for evaluating historical claims.

Francisco Albo

Pilot of the Victoria, his navigation accounts provide insight into the routes taken by Magellan.

Balanghai

A type of boat, reflecting the maritime culture of early Philippine societies, mentioned in relation to Butuan.

Raja Colambu

The local king who befriended Magellan and is significant in the accounts of the first mass.

Mazaua

The name given to the island in the chronicles, debated to be either Limasawa or Butuan.

Cultural Significance

The importance of historical events like the first mass in shaping Philippine identity and heritage.