History of the Filipino Muslims and Indigenous Peoples of MINSUPALA

These flashcards cover key concepts and vocabulary from the history of the Filipino Muslims and Indigenous Peoples of MINSUPALA, emphasizing important figures, cultural terms, and historical events.

Hadji Kamlon

A WWII veteran and folk hero from Sulu who defied the Philippine government from 1948 to 1955.

Moro

A term used for the Islamized ethnic groups in Mindanao, including several tribes with unique cultures.

Lumad

Indigenous peoples of Mindanao, who are not Islamized or Christianized.

Bayanihan

A traditional Filipino custom of communal unity and cooperation for mutual aid.

Maratabat

A Maranao concept that encompasses pride, honor, and dignity within a community.

Tausug

One of the major Muslim ethnic groups in the Philippines, primarily located in Sulu.

Mindanao State University (MSU)

Established in 1961 as a response to the 'Mindanao Problem' and mandated to promote integration among ethnic groups.

Pangahaon

Traditional courtship among the Higaunon people that emphasizes respect and community involvement.

Sandugo

A blood compact ceremony historically practiced by various tribes to signify unity and brotherhood.

Datu

A title for a chieftain or leader in many Moro and Lumad cultures, associated with authority and governance.

Rido

A term referring to clan feuds or violent conflicts, particularly among the Maranao people.

Pangayao

A type of tribal raid for justice, typically carried out in response to grievances.

Tarsila

A genealogical record that demonstrates kinship and connections among various tribes.

Traditional governance

A system of leadership that involves chiefs, councils of elders, and community consensus in making decisions.

Islamization

The process wherein certain indigenous groups adopted Islam as their religion, influencing their culture and governance.

Cultural diversity

The existence of a variety of cultural or ethnic groups within a society or region.

Indigenous religion

Belief systems practiced by native groups prior to the arrival of Islam and Christianity in the Philippines.

B’laan

An indigenous ethnic group in Mindanao known for their rich cultural heritage and practices.

Historical integration

The concept of incorporating various ethnic histories into a unified national history.

Ethnolinguistic groups

Cultural and language-based communities in a specific region, such as those found in MINSUPALA.

Tri-people

Refers to the three primary cultural groups in Mindanao: Muslims, Lumads, and migrant settlers.