Paglunod and Pagtuob are prepared by fishermen to spiritually prepare their pump boats before fishing. Paglunod involves submerging the boat and then drying it to cleanse it, while Pagtuob uses incense smoke and lemongrass-infused seawater to purify the boat and fishing nets. These practices are rooted in local beliefs that bad spirits or negative energy can cause poor fishing results. After experiencing repeated bad catches, the community began performing these rituals and noticed improved results, which led to their continued practice. The traditions are passed down informally from parents to children and remain a vital part of the fishing lifestyle. However, modernization and lack of documentation may threaten the survival of these rituals in the future.
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Rema Aguirre, Mikaela Susada, Peter Emmanuel Ofquila, Ellaine Villanueva, Trisha Ferrolino
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