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The albularyos practice their trade using prayers called orasyon (from Spanish oracion), [7] and rituals. They also use concoctions made from plant parts such as leaves, bark, roots and oils such as coconut oils. Pangalap is the process of searching for these medicinal plants and pabukal is the preparation of decoctions from said plants. [8]
Some of the rituals observed by the mananambal include: Pangalap - the aforementioned yearly search for concoction ingredients; Halad - ritual offering of food and drink to honor the spirits of the dead; Palínà - ritual fumigation; called tu-ob in the islands of Panay and Negros; Pangadlip - the chopping or slicing of pangalap ingredients
Other healing rituals against sorcery do not harm the caster, but instead supposedly moves them to pity and thus revoke the curse. [11] [12] [13] [10] Illnesses believed to be caused by sorcery are treated with counter-spells, simple antidotes, and physical healing. [7]
Hilot (/HEE-lot/) is an ancient Filipino art of healing. It uses manipulation and massage to achieve the treatment outcome, although techniques differ from one practitioner to another. [1]
In Taoist rituals and practices, alcohol also plays a role as an offering and a means of connecting with the divine. An alcoholic beverage is often used in religious ceremonies and as an offering to the ancestors. The use of alcohol in Taoist rituals can symbolize purification, blessings, and the establishment of a sacred space.
This training includes learning about the rituals, the chants and songs, the sacrifices appropriate for each spirit, oral histories, herbs and healing practices, and magic spells, among others. They usually assist the senior shaman during ceremonies until their training is complete, which can take months to years.
Agimat, also known as anting or folklorized as anting-anting, is a Filipino word for "amulet" or "charm". [1] Anting-anting is also a Filipino system of magic and sorcery with special use of the above-mentioned talismans, amulets, and charms.
Albularyo or faith healers are very common in the Philippines, especially in the rural areas. They use herbs as their main healing instrument. Their healing prowess is said to be very powerful as they heal their patients with the use of their bare hands accompanied by various chants, rituals, and prayers.